Ankle pain

The causes of ankle pain are many and varied. In many instances, diagnosis can be made using the Centre's advanced ultrasound scanner. In other instances MRI and ankle arthroscopy is required to diagnose the problem accurately.

Symptoms are often due to the injury of tendons surrounding the ankle joint although other causes include arthritis, ligaments sprains and nerve related pain. The vast majority of patients respond well to conservative treatment. The Centre offers the full range of ankle surgery.

Many patients, particularly those active in sports attend the Centre complaining of chronic ankle instability. Often, the problem can be treated conservatively with appropriate rehabilitation, footwear advice and specialised braces and splinting. In some instances the ankle is just too unstable in which case surgery is indicated. The Centre undertakes ankle stabilisation procedures which can be performed under local anaesthetic.

The Centre uses various types of brace for athletes. The Richie Brace, shown right, can be particularly effective in stabilising the ankle and avoiding injury.

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