As always, you can contact our office to answer any questions or
concerns. The repetitive jumping and side to side movements
required in volleyball increase the risk of injuries to the foot
and ankle. Volleyball players should be aware of the following:
- Inversion ankle sprains are a common injury in this sport.
Ankle sprains should be evaluated by a foot and ankle surgeon to
determine the extent of injury, including possible peroneal
tendon injuries or fractures. The foot and ankle surgeon will
develop a treatment plan: failure to fully treat and
rehabilitate a sprain may lead to chronic ankle instability and
recurrent sprains. - Overuse and excessive training can lead to
heel pain (plantar fasciitis), Achilles tendonitis,
sesamoiditis, stress fractures, posterior tibial tendonitis (or
PTTD), and calcaneal apophysitis in children and adolescents.