Ankle pain refers to any type of pain or discomfort or swelling in your ankles which could be caused by an injury, like a sprain, or by a medical condition, such as arthritis.
- Swelling & Pain after twisting or injuring the ankle area
- Bruising and redness of the ankle area
- Burning pain numbness or tingling,
- Instability, weakness and stiffness
- Injuries – Sprain, strain, fracture, accidents
- Mal-alignment – Flat feet, high arch, Leg Length Discrepancy
- Medical conditions – Diabetes, hypertension, gout, arthritis
- Nerve damage or injury, such as sciatica
- Blocked blood vessels
- Infection in the joint
- I.C.E therapy – resting the ankle by not putting weight on it for a couple of days, icing the area after exercise or when in pain, wrap a bandage or athletic tape around your ankle to compress the injury and elevate your foot to decrease any swelling
- Orthotic correction – Ready to wear or Customised
- Ankle Brace
- Once pain and swelling subsides, selective stretching & strengthening exercises for ankle muscles
- Closed shoes are recommended to support and protect the ankle
- Cold Packs
- Orthotics – Ready to wear or Customised
- Ankle Brace
