Shelby Township, Michigan

Physical Therapy Ankle Pain

The ankle is critical when you run, cut, jump or simply walking. Our sports physical therapists will help you build the plan to put injury in the past for good.

Ankle sports injury physical therapy at Souva PT & Performance in Shelby Township, MI

Ankle & Foot Conditions We Treat

  • Ankle Sprain

    The ligaments on the outside of the ankle stretch or tear when the foot rolls in, often from landing on someone's foot or uneven ground. Expect pain, swelling, bruising and trouble putting weight on the ankle.

  • High Ankle Sprain

    An injury to the ligaments that hold the two lower leg bones together just above the ankle, usually when the foot is twisted outward. Common in football and soccer, it hurts higher up than a regular sprain and often takes longer to come back from.

  • Chronic Ankle Instability

    An ankle that keeps rolling or giving way after sprains that never fully healed. It brings repeat sprains, lingering swelling and an ankle you don't trust on uneven ground or when you cut.

  • Achilles Tendonitis

    Overuse of the tendon that connects your calf muscles to your heel bone. Common in runners and athletes who ramp up training quickly, it starts as an ache above the heel after activity and stiffness first thing in the morning.

  • Achilles Tendon Rupture

    A full or partial tear of the Achilles tendon, usually during a push-off, jump or sprint. Many people feel a pop, like a kick to the back of the calf, followed by pain, swelling and trouble pushing off or rising onto your toes.

  • Plantar Fasciitis

    Irritation of the thick band of tissue that runs along the bottom of the foot from the heel to the toes. It causes a stabbing pain near the heel that's usually worst with your first steps in the morning or after sitting.

  • Peroneal Tendonitis

    Irritation of the tendons that run along the outside of the ankle behind the bony bump. Common in runners and after ankle sprains, it causes pain and swelling on the outer ankle that gets worse with activity.

  • Ankle Fracture

    A break in one or more of the bones that form the ankle joint, from a hard roll, fall or impact. Once the bone heals, rehab restores motion, strength and balance so the ankle can handle running, jumping and cutting again.

  • Ankle Arthritis

    The cartilage in the ankle joint wears down, often years after a fracture or repeated sprains. Expect pain, stiffness and swelling that make walking, stairs and uneven ground harder.

  • Post-Op Ankle & Achilles Rehab

    Rehab after ankle ligament repair, Achilles repair or fracture surgery. We protect the repair early, then rebuild calf strength, balance and power step by step until you're back to running and jumping.

How we treat it

Everyone Is Built to Perform

A high schooler chasing a D1 scholarship. A parent who wants to run with their kid again. Regardless of your goal, you need to be performing at your best. We keep the same standard of treatment regardless of your level of activity. Work with our team: 1 on 1 capacity with your Doctor of Physical Therapy, every single visit.

  • Stronger Than Before

    Where physical therapy meets performance. We keep building until you're stronger than you were before the injury, not just back to where you started.

  • Confidence Backed by Numbers

    We use strength and power testing to drive your plan of care. See your progress with trackable data with our OVR force plate and VALD technology.

  • Built Around Your Goal

    Signing day, a new weight lifting PR or running around in the yard with your children. Your plan is built to get you back to what you love, stronger than ever before.

Start Your Comeback

Book your evaluation. Let's get to the root of the problem and create the game plan to get you back in the game.

Insurance & payment info
Ankle injury rehab at Souva PT & Performance in Shelby Township, MI

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a referral to start physical therapy?+
In most cases, no. You can request an appointment directly. Some insurance plans may require a referral before benefits apply, and our team will help you understand what is needed before your first visit.
What insurance and payment options do you offer?+
We’re in network with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan PPO, Medicare, Medicare Plus Blue PPO, auto insurance and workers’ compensation. For all other plans, you pay up front and we bill your insurance as a courtesy so you’re reimbursed directly. HSA and FSA cards are accepted.
What makes PT with you different from traditional physical therapy?+
Every session is one-on-one with a Doctor of Physical Therapy with no aides or generic exercise sheet. We combine hands-on care, objective strength and movement testing, and sport-specific training inside an 11,000-square-foot performance gym so you can return stronger than ever.
What happens during my first appointment?+
Your first visit is a one-on-one evaluation with a Doctor of Physical Therapy. We'll discuss your injury, training history, and goals; assess mobility, strength, movement, and sport demands; and map out a clear plan. You'll leave knowing what we found, what comes next, and what you can begin doing immediately.
Do you only treat competitive athletes?+
No. We work with competitive athletes, active adults, lifters, runners, and anyone motivated to move and perform better. You do not need to compete at an elite level to receive an elite standard of care. Your program is built around the demands of your life, training, and goals.
How long are sessions, and how many visits will I need?+
Sessions are 60 minutes of one-on-one care. Your visit frequency and total plan depend on the injury, your starting point, and your goals. Many non-surgical sports injuries improve within 10–15 visits, while post-operative and return-to-sport plans may continue for 6–12 months. We'll give you a personalized roadmap during your evaluation and adjust it using objective progress testing.
Will I receive a home exercise program through the Souva PT & Performance app?+
Yes. Your personalized home program will be delivered through the Souva PT & Performance app, where you can view exercise videos, follow your plan, and keep everything organized between visits. We'll update the program as you progress so it continues to match your recovery and performance goals.