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Ankle sprains are one of the most common injuries seen in sport — particularly in football, netball, basketball and running. Many athletes treat them as a “minor” setback, tape it up, get through the game, and move on. The problem? That approach is exactly why ankle sprains have one of the highest recurrence rates of any sporting injury . At Emerge Podiatry , we regularly see athletes months or even years down the track still dealing with instability, pain, or loss of confide

Heel pain is one of the most common reasons people book in to see us at Emerge Podiatry  — and it affects everyone from runners and tradies to parents and retirees. For some, it’s a sharp pain first thing in the morning. For others, it creeps in after sport, long days on their feet, or changes in footwear. The good news? Most heel pain can be treated effectively once the cause is properly identified. Below, we’ll break down the most common causes of heel pain, what actually h