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Our Podiatrists have been successfully serving the Chicago, Roscoe Village, West Loop, Bartlett,and Elmhurst communities’ foot & ankle problems for over 25 years. Specializing in Sports Medicine, Surgery and Orthopedics of the Foot & Ankle, Dr. Tsatsos and his associates take a team approach to ensure that your podiatric needs are treated effectively and quickly.

The Ankle N Foot Centers doctors offer the latest technologies for quick and convenient diagnosis and treatment of your foot and ankle problems, including digital orthotics, ultrasound diagnostic, and in-house x-ray and physical therapy. Our Roscoe Village location additionally offers Treadmill Video Analysis and digital x-rays. We provide diabetic shoes for medicare and other insurances. Brands include Hush Puppies, Drew, and New Balance.

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Sports Medicine/To tape or not to tape

Expert: Dr George Tsatsos - 12/13/2011

Question
Good morning,

I am a 29 year old woman who has in the last 6 months started a roller derby league.  This involves 3 hour practice on quad skates at least twice per week.

Last week I minorly sprained my left ankle (weight bearing, slight swelling).  I used the RICE method and the swelling was down within 3 days.  I know my ankle is weak and I have started some ankle strengthning exercises.  

My question is: Should I or should I not tape my ankle for practice?  I have two coaches recommending to tape as it will support the ankle and prevent further injury.  Another coach believes the ankle will not strengthen correctly if you tape and thinks I shouldn't tape it.  

Which do you agree with?

Thank you very much for your time!

Answer
This Chicago Podiatrist, Elmhurst Podiatrist & West Loop Podiatrist says.......

Dear Crystal,

Regarding your ankle sprain. Continue to protect it (tape it). Also let it heal first before you start your strengthening exercises. Wait about 3-4 weeks from date of injury,and make sure it is pain free.
If there is pain-have it looked by a Board Certified Podiatrist. Trying to strengthen an injured area too soon will lead to more injuries. Body needs time to heal.

Hope This Helps

 
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New Chicago Podiatry locations in Bartlett, West Loop and Chicago! Ankle N Foot Centers now has four locations:

West Loop
Inside the Immediate Care Physicians Office
600 W. Adams St. 60661
773.348.7500

Roscoe Village / Chicago
2220 W Belmont Ave 60618
773.348.7500

Elmhurst
401 N. York St. 60126
630.530.5757

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321 West Railroad Avenue 60103
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