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Ankle Pain

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Chronic lateral ankle pain is recurring or chronic pain on the outside part of the ankle that often develops after an injury such as a sprained ankle.

Ankle Pain

Causes of Ankle Pain

  • A fracture in one of the bones that make up the ankle joint.
  • Arthritis of the ankle joint.
  • Inflammation of the joint lining.
  • Injury to the nerves that pass through the ankle. In this case, the nerves become stretched, torn, injured by a direct blow, or pinched under pressure.
  • Scar tissue in the ankle after a sprain. The scar tissue takes up space in the joint, putting pressure on the ligaments.
  • Torn or inflamed tendon.

Signs & Symptoms

Ankle pain signs and symptoms include:

Instability

  • Ankle instability

Difficulty Walking

  • Difficulty walking on uneven ground or in high heel

Pain

  • Pain, sometimes intense, on the outer side of the ankle

Repeated Sprains

  • Repeated ankle sprains

Swelling

  • Swelling in the ankle

Tenderness

  • Tenderness in the ankle

Treatments for Ankle Pain

  • Over the counter or prescription anti-inflammatory medications to reduce swelling. Note: Please consult your physician before taking any medications.
  • Physical therapy, including tilt-board exercises that focus on strengthening the muscles, restoring range of motion, and increasing your perception of joint position.
  • Ankle braces or other supports.
  • Steroid medication.
  • Immobilization to allow the bone to heal (in cases of fractures).

Idaho Foot & Ankle Center

IDAHO FALLS OFFICE

1540 Elk Creek Dr. Idaho Falls, ID 83404

P: (208) 529-8393

F: 208.529.8398

Hours:

MON 8AM-5PM | TUES 7AM-3PM

WED-THURS 8AM-5PM | FRI 8AM-12PM

REXBURG OFFICE

72 E Main Street

Rexburg, ID 83440

P: (208) 356-9466

Hours:

TUES-THURS 8AM-4PM

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