Chronic Lateral Ankle Pain
Description
This is a pain on the outer side of your ankle. It’s a lasting pain that you may feel all the time. It can make it hard for you to walk and run, and it can increase the possibility of ankle sprains.
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Chronic Lateral Ankle Pain
Causes & Triggers
This type of pain is most often caused by an ankle sprain that doesn’t heal properly. But it’s also be caused by a wide range of other issues involving the bones, nerves and tissues of the feet and ankles. It can be caused by a broken foot or ankle. It can develop because of problems such as arthritis, bursitis or gout. It can happen because of stress fractures, plantar fasciitis or an Achilles tendon injury.
- Arthritis
- Fracture
- Injury
- Nerve or tendon damage
- Scar tissue
- Sprains
Signs & Symptoms
Symptoms include pain on the ankle’s outer side. It may feel like a constant, dull ache. Your ankle may feel weak and stiff. You may have trouble walking in high heels or on uneven surfaces. Your ankle may swell, and it may feel tender.
- Difficulty walking on uneven surfaces or in heels
- Dull, continual ache on outside of ankle
- Inability to participate in walking activity or sports
- Stiffness
- Swelling
- Tenderness
Tips & Treatment
Treatment options include rest, medications, injections and physical therapy. You may benefit from a brace or a cast. If these aren’t helpful, you may need surgery. Your healthcare provider can create a plan that’s right for you.
- Seek proper evaluation and medical treatment.
