Ankle Pain & Fractures
The ankle joint is formed by the lower leg bones (the tibia and fibula) and the talus, a bone in the rear of the foot. The ankle is held together by ligaments on the outside and inside of the joint. At Orthopaedic Associates of Central Maryland, our podiatrists diagnose and treat all types of ankle injuries and conditions in both children and adults.
Orthopaedic Associates of Central Maryland
Ankle Pain at The Centers for Advanced Orthopaedics
Ankle pain can be caused by injury to any of the bones, ligaments, or tendons in the ankle or from conditions like tendinitis and arthritis. From sprains to fractures, Dr. Marc Lipton and Dr. Roberto Brandão will evaluate your problem and recommend the most appropriate treatment for your condition.
Common Causes of Ankle Pain
Some of the most common causes of ankle pain we see include:
- Achilles tendinitis
- Achilles tendon tear
- Ankle sprain
- High ankle sprain (injury to ligaments just above the joint)
- Bursitis
- Gout
- Osteoarthritis
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Ankle fractures (involves the distal ends of the tibia or fibula)
- Stress fractures
- Subtalar joint injury (the joint below the ankle joint between the talus and the calcaneus [heel bone])
Ankle Pain Treatment
Depending on the cause and severity of your ankle problem, there are many surgical and nonsurgical treatment options that can relieve your pain and restore your mobility. These include:
- R.I.C.E. (rest, ice, compression, elevation)
- Joint mobilization with a brace or cast
- Athletic taping
- Custom orthotics
- Ankle surgery:
- Joint fusion / arthrodesis
- Ankle arthroscopy
- Ankle replacement surgery
- Ligament stabilization or reconstruction
- Achilles tendon repair
Ankle Surgeons in Catonsville, Columbia & Eldersburg, MD
Whatever ankle pain you are experiencing, the podiatrists at Orthopaedic Associates of Central Maryland can diagnose your condition and provide effective treatment using the latest technology and state-of-the-art techniques. Call for a consultation today at (410) 644-1880 or schedule an appointment online.
