Friday, January 2, 2009

New Years Pro Athlete Ankle Sprain Report

Jan 1, 2009: New Begins With Many Pro Athletes Sidelined with Ankle Injury.

Atlanta Falcons defensive end Jamaal Anderson has still not practiced since suffering a high ankle sprain against Minnesota on Dec. 21 and will likely will be inactive Saturday.

San Diego Charger's Antonio Gates, who is still suffering from a high ankle sprain, may not play in the playoff opener against the Colts.

Washington Wizards' Caron Butler twisted his left ankle during a Christmas night game versus the Thunder and has missed the last three games.

Minnesota Vikings' Adrian Peterson aggravated his nagging ankle sprain in a game against the Giants, and may be out.

Eagles' running back Brian Westbrook has been limited because of ankle injuries.

Don't let ankle injuries keep you out. See the Ankle Injury Prevention and Treatment Page at www.AnkleCenter.com.


Dr. Christopher Segler is Marathon Runner, Ironman, as well as an award-winning podiatrist, and sports medicine foot surgeon practicing at the Ankle & Foot Center of Chattanooga. For more information about heel pain, bunions, ingrown toenails and ankle pain, and other common causes of foot pain, you can order a FREE copy of his book, My Fit Feet, by visiting http://www.MyRunningDoc.com or http://www.AnkleCenter.com.

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