High Ankle Sprain

05/01/2026 28 min
High Ankle Sprain

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Episode Synopsis

Not all ankle sprains are created equal. In this episode of The Spinal Truth, Dr. Caleb Slater breaks down what makes a high ankle sprain so different—and so much more serious—than the common rolled ankle. From pain location and healing time to the exact ligaments involved, this episode covers everything you need to know if you or someone you know has suffered this type of injury. We cover: What a high ankle sprain actually is (and how it happens) Why walking on it can make it worse How to tell the difference between high and low ankle sprains The right way to treat it (and when you need imaging or surgery) What recovery looks like—and when you can return to activity 👉 If you're dealing with ankle pain and aren't sure what kind of sprain you have, this episode will help you understand the real difference—and why it matters. Schedule a consultation with Dr. Slater todayhttps://calendly.com/thespinaltruth Pick up a copy of The Spinal Truth: A New World of Medicinehttps://a.co/d/gLvsA9Q Dr. Caleb Slater, PT, DPT, FAAOMPT, OCS, COMT, Cert. MDT, TPI introduces an innovative approach to patient care. With a fresh perspective on the human body, he achieves remarkable outcomes across a spectrum of symptoms, from pain and nausea to dizziness and headaches. If you've found conventional treatments lacking and merely addressing symptoms, Dr. Caleb Slater offers a new path to healing. With 15 years of dedication to optimal patient care and certifications in Orthopedics, Maitland, and McKenzie techniques. Schedule your appointment today to experience his transformative approach firsthand.