High Ankle Sprain
A high ankle sprain is also known as a Syndesmosis injury. It is a tear of the anterior tibiofibular ligament which joins the tibia and fibula together just above the ankle. It is generally more …
Ankle swelling
Pott’s Fracture (Broken Ankle)
A Pott’s fracture is a type of broken ankle, involving either of the bony parts of the ankle, called malleolus. A bad ankle sprain is usually how it occurs. Sometimes It can be difficult to …
Eversion Ankle Sprain | Medial Ankle Sprain
An eversion ankle sprain, medial ankle sprain, or deltoid ligament sprain is a tear of the ligaments on the inside of the ankle. It is not as common as an inversion ankle sprain and is …
Tibialis Anterior Tendonitis
Tibialis anterior tendonitis is also known as Tibialis anterior tendinopathy. It is an overuse injury causing pain and stiffness at the front of the ankle. Here we explain the symptoms, causes, treatment, and exercises. Tibialis …
Peroneal Tendonitis (Tendinopathy)
Peroneal tendonitis is an overuse injury causing inflammation and degeneration of the peroneal tendons. It causes pain on the outside of the ankle. Here we explain the symptoms, causes, and treatment for peroneal tendonitis. Peroneal …
Sprained Ankle
A sprained ankle is one of the most common sports injuries. Here we explain the symptoms, causes, and treatment for ankle sprains as well as potential complications which are often missed. Medically reviewed by Dr …
Ankle Avulsion Fracture
An ankle avulsion fracture occurs when a tendon or ligament tears, pulling a small piece of bone with it. The symptoms are similar to an ankle sprain, which is why it might initially be overlooked. …
Peroneal Tendon Dislocation
Peroneal tendon dislocation causes pain on the outside of the ankle. Repeated dislocation or slipping of the peroneal tendons over the outside of the ankle causes friction, pain, and inflammation. Symptoms Symptoms include: What is …
Medial Malleolus Stress Fracture
The medial malleolus is the bony bit on the inside of the ankle. A stress fracture of the medial malleolus is rare, causing gradual onset pain on the inside of the ankle. Medial malleolus stress …
Stress Fracture of the Talus
The talus bone is the bone at the top of the ankle which the tibia or shin bone sits on. A stress fracture of the talus is more common in footballers and track and field …