3 top issues that cause ankle pain when you’re flexing your foot up

Has a recurring pain in your ankle been a source of frequent discomfort for you? Does this ankle pain flare up when you flex your foot? It could be a number of ankle conditions, including ankle sprain, stress fracture and nerve compression. Anywhere from 9% to 15% of adults in the U.S. experience ankle pain. […]

Pain on outside of lower leg above ankle: Here’s what it could be

The lower leg is the part of the leg that is between the knee joint and ankle joint. It works with the upper leg and foot to help you perform movements. It is made up of bones, tendons, muscles, ligaments, nerves and blood vessels. If you are experiencing pain in your lower leg above your […]

5 top causes of pain on top of your foot near the ankle

Have you recently noticed a new or worsening pain on the top of your foot, close to your ankle? Is it interfering with your daily activities, like walking to work, putting on your shoes, or even standing up? Your pain may get better some days and flare up on others. These are just a few […]

Why do I have ankle pain from running?

Running is a great way to exercise while getting some fresh air. Even though running is supposed to make you feel good, especially due to the endorphins it can release, that’s not always the case. For some people, running can cause ankle pain that reduces the joint’s mobility and function. If you’re experiencing ankle pain […]

Why do I have sudden ankle pain without an injury?

When you feel sudden pain in your ankle, you might automatically assume that you sustained an injury. But there are actually plenty of reasons why you could be feeling sudden pain, especially in your ankle, which has to carry your entire body weight. Even without injury, ankle pain can interfere with your quality of life […]

Should nerve pain after Achilles tendon surgery worry you?

Feeling nerve pain following an Achilles tendon surgery does happen. But, physical therapists can help you address and manage nerve pain successfully if you do develop it following surgery. Achilles tendon surgery is a major procedure. The surgery is most often performed on athletes and other active individuals, as these groups are most likely to […]

What should you do about burning pain after Achilles tendon surgery?

If you’ve severely torn your Achilles tendon, your doctor may have recommended surgery to repair it. Recovery after Achilles tendon surgery can take several months as you progress from immobilization to rehabilitation exercises. Depending on the intensity and length of your surgery, you may notice swelling around the area of your incision and experience a […]

Why does jumping rope lead to Achilles tendon pain?

The Achilles tendon is considered the strongest tendon in the human body, but it is frequently injured. In fact, about 24% of athletes experience Achilles tendon injuries. This is because the tendon is a crucial part of movements like running and jumping. If overused, it can become inflamed and even rupture. High-impact exercises like jumping […]

What’s causing my ankle to hurt if there’s no swelling?

The likely answer is that you have a high ankle sprain, which tends to make your ankle hurt but does not cause swelling.  High ankle sprains are also called syndesmotic ankle injuries. They affect the ligaments between your tibia and fibula, and these are found just above your ankle joint. It’s estimated that nearly 6% […]

Have ankle pain at night? Here are some possible causes

Ankle pain keeping you up at night? Here are a few possible explanations for your discomfort and some tips on how to manage your pain.

Is it OK to walk on a sprained ankle?

If you’ve just sprained your ankle, you might be wondering if it’s OK to walk on it. The answer that most medical professionals may give you is no. In fact, most experts suggest that immobilizing the foot and limiting weight-bearing activities for up to two weeks is the best course of action for a newly […]

What to do when an old ankle injury flares up

Nearly 2 million people in the U.S. experience ankle injuries each year. They can occur for a variety of reasons including intense physical activity like sports games or even just walking. Ankle injuries could include a rolled ankle, a broken ankle, ligament tears and more. If you’ve injured your ankle in the past but you occasionally still feel […]