What is the best sprained ankle treatment? The most common treatment is to rest the ankle as much as possible and put a bag of crushed ice on it for 10-15 minutes at a time. The problem is that this technique really does not work that well. I have had many sprained ankles in my running career, and it almost always takes at least two weeks to get back to normal. There has to be a better way, right?
Fortunately, after years of searching, I think I have found what I believe to be the best sprained ankle treatment. It’s called the H.E.M. Ankle Rehab System by Scott Malin.
What is H.E.M. and How Does it Help Treat Sprained Ankles?
The H.E.M. system utilizes three steps to promote healing:
- Healthy Blood Flow: The first step of H.E.M. is to increase the flow of healthy blood and nutrients to the injured area.
- Eliminate Swelling: The second step of H.E.M. is to reduce swelling as quick as possible in order to help the healing process and prevent the formation of scar tissue.
- Mobility: The third and final step of H.E.M. is to increase mobility of the ankle and build strength, stability, and range of motion.
Preventative Exercises to Prevent a Sprained Ankle
Even you don’t currently have a sprained ankle right now, Scott’s System has a number of videos with ankle stretching and strengthening exercises to prevent sprained ankles. If you run on a lot of rocky trails, or simply seem to suffer a lot of sprained ankles, these exercises should become a standard part of your training.
The H.E.M. Ankle Rehab System contains a 100+ page ebook that is packed with information and twenty 3-5 minute videos that summarize the sprained ankle treatment methods. Even better, Scott’s site has a forum in which he quickly responds to any questions. The System is highly recommended.
