You spent the weekend doing something you enjoy – playing pickleball, shooting hoops, or staying active with family and friends.
Now it’s Monday morning, your ankle is swollen or your knee hurts, and you’re wondering:
“Is this something that will get better on its own, or should I have it checked?”
According to Dr. Ryan Hubbard, this is one of the most common reasons patients visit the clinic after a busy weekend.
Key Takeaways
- Ankle and knee sprains are among the most common injuries seen after weekend sports and recreational activities.
- The first step is determining the severity of the injury.
- An evaluation may include X-rays, a physical examination, and a discussion about how the injury occurred.
- Some injuries respond well to conservative treatment, while others may require additional imaging or follow-up care.
- The goal is to create a clear recovery plan that gets you back to your sport safely and pain-free.
Monday Mornings Are Busy for a Reason
Dr. Hubbard often sees patients on Monday mornings who were injured over the weekend while playing sports like pickleball or basketball.
While every injury is different, ankle and knee sprains are among the most common.
One of the biggest questions patients have is:
“How serious is my injury?”
That’s exactly what the first visit is designed to determine.
Step 1: Determining the Severity of the Injury
Every recovery begins with understanding exactly what happened.
Dr. Hubbard evaluates each patient by combining:
- A discussion about how the injury occurred
- A physical examination
- X-rays, when appropriate
This evaluation helps determine whether the injury is likely to respond well to conservative treatment, whether additional imaging is needed, or whether a higher level of care should be considered.
The goal is to replace uncertainty with a clear understanding of the injury.
Step 2: Creating a Plan to Get You Back to Your Sport
Once the injury has been evaluated, the focus shifts to recovery.
According to Dr. Hubbard, the goal is to give every patient a clear plan for returning to the activities they enjoy.
Depending on the injury, that plan may include:
- Medication
- Bracing
- Therapeutic exercises
Every treatment plan is tailored to the severity of the injury and designed with one objective in mind:
Helping you return to your sport as safely and quickly as possible.
Our Goal: Getting You Moving Again!
Recovering from a sports injury isn’t just about reducing pain – it’s about helping you get back to doing the things you enjoy.
Whether your injury happened on the pickleball court, basketball court, or during another weekend activity, Dr. Hubbard’s goal is simple:
Help you return to activity safely, confidently, and pain-free.
Ankle sprains and knee sprains are common, particularly among recreational athletes who’ve been active over the weekend playing a variety of sports.
The evaluation includes discussing how the injury happened, performing a physical examination, and obtaining X-rays when appropriate. This helps determine the severity of the injury and the next steps in treatment.
Depending on the degree of injury, treatment may include medication, bracing, and exercise.
Recovery varies based on the severity of the injury. After evaluating your injury, your orthopedic specialist can develop a plan designed to help you return to your sport safely and as soon as appropriate.
Meet the Specialist
Dr. Hubbard evaluates acute orthopedic injuries and works with patients to develop individualized treatment plans that support a safe return to sports, recreation, and everyday activities.
If you’ve recently injured your ankle or knee while staying active, an orthopedic evaluation can help determine the severity of the injury and the most appropriate path back to the activities you enjoy.
Dr. Ryan Hubbard sees patients at several of our locations – come see us if you’ve sprained an ankle or knee, and we’ll help you get back to what you love. We’re moving with you, the Anderson way.
