Ankle pain is something that most people experience at least once in their life, but continual ankle pain is something that could be case for concern. There are many causes for ankle pain and they all differ in severity. Three of the most common causes for ankle pain are fractures, sprains, and arthritis. Ankle sprains, which are the number one sports injury, are a result of a ligament tearing. If your ankle is sprained then it will probably be swollen, bruised, and tender when touched. Fractures are more serious than sprains and occur when the bone breaks. If you injure your ankle and then experience swelling and discomfort that won’t go away, it is necessary to seek the help of a medical professional. Rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, and gout are all forms of arthritis that can cause ankle pain, but the intensity of the pain varies between the different forms of arthritis. If you are experiencing continual ankle pain, consult with your podiatrist in order to receive the proper diagnosis and treatment.

Ankle pain can have many different causes and the pain may potentially be serious. If you have ankle pain, consult with one of our podiatrists from Accent Podiatry Associates. Our doctors will assess your condition and provide you with quality foot and ankle treatment.

Ankle pain is any condition that causes pain in the ankle. Due to the fact that the ankle consists of tendons, muscles, bones, and ligaments, ankle pain can come from a number of different conditions.

Causes

The most common causes of ankle pain include:

• Types of arthritis (rheumatoid, osteoarthritis, and gout)
• Ankle sprains
• Broken ankles
• Achilles tendinitis
• Achilles tendon rupture
• Stress fractures
• Tarsal tunnel syndrome
• Plantar fasciitis

Symptoms

Symptoms of ankle injury vary based upon the condition. Pain may include general pain and discomfort, swelling, aching, redness, bruising, burning or stabbing sensations, and/or loss of sensation.

Diagnosis

Due to the wide variety of potential causes of ankle pain, podiatrists will utilize a number of different methods to properly diagnose ankle pain. This can include asking for personal and family medical histories and of any recent injuries. Further diagnosis may include sensation tests, a physical examination, and potentially x-rays or other imaging tests.

Treatment

Just as the range of causes varies widely, so do treatments. Some more common treatments are rest, ice packs, keeping pressure off the foot, orthotics and braces, medication for inflammation and pain, and surgery.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact our offices located in Arlington and Mansfield, TX . We offer the newest diagnostic and treatment technologies for all your foot care needs.