Ankle Pain & Injuries

Any kind of pain or discomfort in the Ankle is referred to as ankle pain. It can arise from ankle fractures or injuries.
Ankle joints are dynamically controlled by your ankle muscles. When your muscles lose control or are not fast enough to protect your ligaments, it results in overstretched ligaments also known as an ankle sprain.

Besides sprained ankles and fractures, there are many other types of ankle injuries.

Common Ankle Injuries and Types

Ankle Sprains

• Sprained Ankle

Ankle Arthritis

• Ankle Osteoarthritis

Ankle Fractures

• Stress Fracture
• Heel Spur
• Ankle Fracture (Broken Ankle)
• Shin Splints
• Severs Disease

Biomechanical Conditions

• Anterior Ankle Impingement (Front of Ankle Pain)
• Posterior Ankle Impingement (Back of Ankle Pain)
• Pes Planus (Flat Feet)
• Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome

Ankle Tendinopathies

• Peroneal (lower leg) Tendonitis
• FHL Tendinopathy
• Achilles Tendonitis
• Plantar Fasciitis

Nerve-Related Ankle Pain

• Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome
• Sciatica

• Pinched Nerve
• Restless Leg Syndrome

Children & Youth Conditions

• Juvenile Osteochondritis Dissecans
• Sever’s Disease

Muscle Injuries

• Cramps
• Muscle Strain

Soft Tissue Inflammation

• Retrocalcaneal Bursitis

Systemic conditions  Causes

• Fibromyalgia
• Lupus
• Rheumatoid Arthritis
• Psoriatic Arthritis

Treatment

Most of the time the ankle pain gets better with proper rest. Other home treatments for ankle pain includes – 

• Ice or cold compress
• Wrapping an  elastic bandage
• Supportive footwear

Sometimes the injuries may be severe and not heal with home treatments. In such cases you need to meet the healthcare provider as soon as possible.

Common treatment used by them includes – 

• Braces and splints – They help in stabilising the ankle and relieve pain.
• Pain medication – Anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)
• Physical therapy – Physical therapy program helps to improve flexibility and strengthen muscles that support your ankle.
• Orthotics Inserts – help to support the feet and improve posture 
• Surgery – ankle surgery procedures repair torn ligaments or tendons
• Steroid Injections – using steroid injections anti-inflammatory medication is directly injected into the joints.e.g cortisone shots

If you are concerned about symptoms of Ankle Pain,  Consult a Physiotherapist for Ankle Pain Today.