10 Common Activities That Can Harm Your Feet and Ankles- and What to Do About It

Foot And Ankle Pain in Trampoline Parks

Don’t let a trampoline injury keep you sidelined. From ankle sprains and fractures to heel pain and tendon injuries, our podiatry team provides comprehensive foot and ankle care to help you recover quickly and safely.

Boy wearing Jump Club shirt jumping on a trampoline in indoor trampoline park with other children playing

Injury	Common Causes at Trampoline Parks	Typical Patient Treatments	Preventive Measures
Ankle Sprains	Awkward landings, rolling the ankle during jumps, collisions with other jumpers, and uneven force distribution on the trampoline surface.	RICE (Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation), bracing, physical therapy, and gradual return to activity.	One jumper at a time, proper supervision, ankle-strengthening exercises, and avoiding risky maneuvers.
Foot and Ankle Fractures	High-impact landings, falls, collisions, jumping with larger participants, and landing on the trampoline frame or edge.	Immobilization, walking boot or cast, rehabilitation, and surgery for severe fractures.	Avoid multiple jumpers, follow park safety rules, and seek prompt medical evaluation after significant injuries.
Growth Plate Injuries	Excessive forces placed on developing bones, especially when children jump with heavier participants. Commonly affects the ankle and heel.	Immobilization, activity restriction, monitoring by a specialist, and surgery in severe cases.	Separate jumpers by size and age, enforce one-jumper-at-a-time rules, and supervise young children.
Heel Bruises (Calcaneal Contusions)	Repetitive impact from jumping and hard landings on the heels.	Rest, ice, activity modification, cushioning, and supportive footwear.	Limit prolonged jumping sessions, allow adequate rest breaks, and wear supportive footwear before and after jumping.
Calcaneal Apophysitis (Sever’s Disease)	Repetitive stress on the heel growth plate in active children.	Activity modification, stretching, heel cushions, orthotics, and physical therapy.	Gradual activity progression, proper footwear, and avoiding overuse.
Tendon Injuries & Tendinitis	Repetitive jumping, overuse, and sudden explosive movements that strain the tendons of the foot and ankle.	Rest, physical therapy, stretching, anti-inflammatory treatment, and orthotics when necessary.	Warm up before activity, strengthen lower leg muscles, and avoid excessive trampoline use.
Achilles Tendinitis	Repetitive bouncing and forceful push-offs during jumping.	Rest, stretching, physical therapy, and activity modification.	Regular calf stretching, strengthening exercises, and proper conditioning.
Achilles Tendon Rupture	Sudden explosive movements and excessive force during landing or jumping.	Immobilization, rehabilitation, and sometimes surgical repair.	Address Achilles pain early, maintain flexibility, and avoid overtraining.
Ligament Tears & Chronic Ankle Instability	Severe ankle sprains that are not properly treated or rehabilitated.	Bracing, physical therapy, rehabilitation, and surgery in severe cases.	Early treatment of sprains and completion of rehabilitation programs before returning to activity.
Stress Fractures	Repetitive impact and overuse from frequent trampoline activity.	Activity restriction, immobilization when necessary, and gradual return to activity.	Limit repetitive jumping, allow recovery time, and address foot pain early.