New research out of Appalachian State University suggests that a physical injury may require your brain to work harder to perform certain functions with the injured area. For the study, Dr. Alan Needle, associate professor in the Beaver College of Health Sciences’ Department of Health and Exercise Science, partnered with graduate student Amelia Bruce to […]
My Ankle Keeps Rolling – Why and What’s Next
There are two main types of injuries that we see in our clinic. There are the acute injuries that involve significant trauma and injury, like a fractured ankle from a car accident or fall off a ladder, and there are chronic injuries that develop over time or simply won’t fully go away. Most people know […]
Why Are My Ankles So Weak?
When you want to strengthen a part of your body, you usually hit the gym and lift some weights or do a bunch of crunches. The problem is that most people only know how to improve certain muscle groups, like their arms, legs and abs. But what if the problem you are dealing with is […]
Why Does My Foot Roll When I Walk?
More than 30,000 ankle sprains take place in the U.S. every day, and for some individuals, it feels like they roll their ankles on a pretty regular basis. This is not uncommon, especially if you have suffered a significant ankle injury in the past. If your foot rolls when you walk or when your step […]
Baby Boomers Should Be Checked For Ankle Instability
We understand that you want to stay active into your 60’s and 70’s, and we don’t blame you. But there’s no doubting that it gets harder and harder to do as we get older. There are a number of things you can do to improve your fitness as you age, like ensuring you eat a […]