Foot and Ankle Pain Physical Therapy in Worcester, MA

If you’ve sprained your ankle or have sore feet, you know how much foot and ankle pain can slow you down. You may end up on the sidelines watching the matches for several weeks! Let’s get you back in the game.

At Clash Physical Therapy in Worcester, MA, we specialize in foot and ankle pain to help you regain mobility, reduce discomfort, and get back to what you enjoy.

Whether an injury, overuse, or underlying condition, foot and ankle pain makes everyday activities like walking, running, standing, and playing Rugby difficult (impossible?) and painful.

Our experienced physical therapists provide personalized, effective treatments to address the root cause of your pain, restore proper function, and reduce the risk of re-injury.

Common Causes of Foot and Ankle Pain

Foot and ankle pain stems from many sources, including injuries, overuse, or chronic conditions.

We work with many rugby players and active adults who sustain foot and ankle injuries because of the sport’s physical, high-impact nature.

• Ankle sprains caused by twisting or rolling the ankle during sudden movements.
• Foot or ankle fractures from direct impact or awkward landings.
• Plantar fasciitis, inflammation along the bottom of the foot, from repeated stress.
• Achilles tendonitis from overuse leads to pain and stiffness in the heel.
• Turf toe, a big toe joint sprain, is due to forceful pushes or collisions.

Not everyone with Foot and Ankle Pain Plays Rugby

If you don’t play rugby, you can still end up with foot or ankle pain. At Clash Physical Therapy, we see a wide range of underlying causes of foot and ankle pain.

• Ankle Sprains: Ankle sprains when ligaments supporting the ankle are overstretched or torn from rolling or twisting. You’ll notice swelling, instability, and ongoing pain if not properly treated. Plus, once an ankle is sprained, it becomes prone to re-injury.
• Plantar Fasciitis: Inflammation of the plantar fascia, a thick band of tissue running along the bottom of the foot, causes sharp, stabbing pain in your heel. You may notice the pain more in the morning or after prolonged activity.
• Achilles Tendonitis: Inflammation of your Achilles tendon, which connects your calf muscles to your heel, is often from overuse, especially if you are a runner, hiker or other athlete. You’ll notice pain and stiffness along the back of your ankle and heel.
• Stress Fractures: Tiny cracks in the bones of your foot or ankle may be caused by repetitive stress or overloading. You’ll likely have a lot of pain and swelling, and they will often get worse without treatment.
• Arthritis: Arthritis in the foot or ankle causes joint pain, stiffness, and reduced mobility. Osteoarthritis is most common, from wear and tear on the joint. Rheumatoid arthritis causes joint inflammation because it is an autoimmune condition.

How Physical Therapy Helps Foot and Ankle Pain in Worcester, MA

Your Clash Physical Therapist works to alleviate your pain and other symptoms quickly! Then, addresses the underlying cause to prevent future injury or discomfort.

We work to empower you to maintain your feet and ankles
injury and pain-free independently!

If you’re struggling with foot or ankle pain, contact Clash Physical Therapy in Worcester, MA, today to schedule a consultation to take the first step toward a full recovery.

We serve patients in Massachusetts in and around Sterling, Clinton, Southborough, Marlborough, Westborough, Holden, Princeton, Hudson, Hopkinton, Hopedale, Upton, Millbury, Grafton, Auburn, Oxford, Worcester, West Boylston, Boylston, and Shrewsbury.