Ankle Pain

But just because ankle problems are relatively common does not mean you shouldn’t pay them much mind. What could be considered even “mild” ankle trouble can lead to chronic pain and instability if it is not treated respectfully.

Never try to “push through” or outright ignore ankle pain. Contact us and we can help you find relief and recovery without risking further damage.

Ankle Fracture

An ankle fracture is a break in one or more of the bones that make up the ankle: the tibia, the fibula, and the talus.

Fractures can range in severity. A small break in one bone might not keep you from walking, while a more severe break or breaks in multiple bones will have a much greater impact on your comfort and mobility.

It can occasionally be difficult to tell the difference between a fracture or a sprain in the ankle. Symptoms can often be similar, although sometimes a fracture will lead to dislocation of the joint and a misshapen appearance in the foot (but not always). 

It’s always very important to know what problem we are dealing with! Any uncertainties over whether an ankle injury is a fracture or a sprain should always be addressed professionally to ensure you’re receiving the right type of treatment.

Ankle Strain

Similar to a sprain, strains refer to damage that muscles and/or tendons receive from being overstretched.

In the ankle, the tendons that are most commonly strained are the peroneal tendons, which run along the outside of the ankle joint. These strains are common in runners and other athletes whose feet tend to repetitively roll outward a lot, forcing the tendons to rub against bone.

Strain to the peroneal tendons can cause peroneal tendinitis. Just like with Achilles tendinitis, a treatment plan will include not only recovery, but also addressing the factors that led to the strain in the first place.

Ankle Arthritis

As with any joint in the body, the ankle is susceptible to arthritis – whether from the “wear and tear” of osteoarthritis, the autoimmune attacks of rheumatoid arthritis, or other forms of this condition.

We help patients manage arthritis via conservative means whenever possible, but may also recommend surgery if other forms of relief are not effective.

Recover Now, and Prevent Long-Term Consequences in the Future

Why do we pay such mind to ankle problems? Because any weakness that develops from sprains, strains, and other injuries can snowball over time.

If even a mild sprain doesn’t heal properly, for example, it can cause some instability in the joint. This increases your chances of further damage in the future, which only creates more instability. It can keep continuing downhill from there.

Our goal will always be to see patients back to comfort and action as best as possible, but without risking complications. We have many years of experience in treating a wide range of ankle conditions, using both traditional methods and advanced techniques such as MLS laser therapy to accelerate healing.