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Your foot and ankle work hard to support your weight and to provide mobility. This means that your foot and ankle are prone to injury, especially if you engage in sports. All athletes, whether professional or amateur, are at risk of sustaining foot and ankle sports injuries. So even if you play only the occasional…
The ankle is a small joint that provides a lot of support and mobility to the whole body. Our ankles help us move our legs and feet when we are running, walking, standing, or even sitting down. The ankle comprises a complex set of bones, ligaments, tendons, and muscles. It is where the tibia, fibula,…
Top Ankle Ailments Ankle problems can stop you in your tracks. Ankles are flexible, but strong. They carry your weight and allow you to walk, jump, and run. The ankle joint is made up of the ends of the two lower leg bones, the tibia and fibula, and the talus, which sits between them. According…
All About Ankle Surgery If you have severely hurt your ankle, an orthopedic surgeon will often prescribe a non-invasive treatment method, such as bracing, NSAIDs, or physical therapy, rather than resorting to ankle surgery right away. However, there are times where an examination and diagnostic imaging such as X-rays will show that for optimal healing…
