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Functional Medicine & Natural Healing PodcastAuthor: Dr. Houston Anderson, BS, BS, DC, MS
Dr. Houston Anderson, BS, BS, DC, MS, CNS is part of an "underground" network of physicians, helping to heal and guide patients suffering from chronic health problems by using natural and holistic therapies combined with the latest in functional medicine. The old way of medicating symptoms has come to an end! If you are ready to take your health into your own hands, we are sharing the secrets that big pharma and conventional medicine don't want you to know! Find more at https://drhoustonanderson.com Work with a functional medicine doctor at one of our clinics! Language: en-us Genres: Alternative Health, Health & Fitness, Medicine Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Ankle Sprains - Holistic Treatment Matters
Thursday, 8 January, 2026
Ankle sprains aren’t just “part of the game.” They’re the most common injury in volleyball and basketball, and what most people do in the first 24–48 hours is exactly what turns a simple sprain into a lingering, season-long problem.In this episode, we break down what actually matters after an ankle sprain—and why the advice most athletes still hear is outdated, incomplete, or flat-out wrong. You’ll learn how to tell when an ankle really needs imaging, why resting too much can slow healing, and how to get back on the court faster without setting yourself up for reinjury.If you’re an athlete trying to return safely, a coach making return-to-play decisions, or a parent navigating mixed advice, this episode gives you clear, practical direction instead of guesswork.🩹 What You’ll Walk Away WithThe ankle sprain myths that quietly delay recoveryWhy the classic “RICE” approach is outdated—and what works betterThe Ottawa Ankle Rules: a simple, evidence-based way to know if an X-ray is actually necessaryWhy walking early (when done correctly) speeds healing instead of harming itHow to use motion, heat compresses, and ice baths strategically—not randomlyThe surprising role of comfrey root in accelerating tissue repairWhy many ankle sprains start with a muscle dysfunction, not just a torn ligamentThe critical difference between rehabbing a new sprain versus a chronic, unstable ankleThis isn’t about pushing through pain—or babying the injury. It’s about rehabbing smarter, healing faster, and building an ankle that doesn’t keep betraying you every season.If you’ve ever thought, “Why does this ankle keep getting sprained?”—this episode answers that question.Looking to connect with Dr. Anderson?https://stan.store/doctorhoustonanderson
