Question 1

does anyone know what could cause ankle pain to get worse after driving? i shift from heels to driving shoes

Accepted Answer

Where in ankle?: Posterior impingement pain from a prominent bone (os trigonum) or tendon (fhl) impingement can  be worsened with activities that involve repetitive flexing like driving.  Having the ankle in a dependent position for prolonged periods can aggrevate a variety of conditions. If bad enough, see an orthopaedic ankle specialist.

Question 2

why do i have ankle pain?

Accepted Answer

Ankle: That is a wide open question and one that cannot be answered without more info.  See your podiatrist for an exam and an answer.

Question 3

i am having severe ankle pain?

Accepted Answer

Need to see a MD: There is a large list of possible diagnoses so it would be best to see your primary MD or Podiatrist as soon as possible.In the meantime some basic things you can do are to rest your feet, soak them in Epsom salts,try an anti-inflammatory and massage them.Sprains, arthritis, tendinitis should improve w/some of those approaches. However an MD should assess if there is a fracture, ligament tear etc

Question 4

is there a way to control ankle pain?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: Depends on what is causing the pain.  If it's from arthritis, steroid injections, anti inflammatories and bracing may bring relief.  If it's an infection, antibiotics are needed.  If it's broken, surgery may be required.  I would recommend evaluation by either a podiatrist or foot and ankle orthopedic surgeon.

Question 5

what could be causing this ankle pain? i an 90.

Accepted Answer

Need more info: More inrormation is needed to tell if you twisted your ankle, bruised it etc. To talk about the pain.

Question 6

what are ankle pain causes in teens?

Accepted Answer

Many: They might be "growing pains", overuse, juvenile arthritis, bone lesions, sprains or other injuries among others. Seeing a podiatrist or pediatric orthopedist can make the diagnosis.  X-rays may need to be taken.

Question 7

does roaccutane can cause ankle pain?

Accepted Answer

It can: This mediation has been associated with causing joint pain and the ankle is no exception. The arthralgia is usually mild and short lived not requiring stopping medication but if pain progressive stop and consult  prescribing md.

Question 8

i have ankle pain and slight swelling?

Accepted Answer

RICE: Rest, ice, compression, elevation.

Question 9

ankle pain outside of leg two inches up?

Accepted Answer

Possible: Stress fracture to fibula or high ankle sprain. Get x-ray to diagnosis.

Question 10

what could be the cause of burning ankle pain?

Accepted Answer

Depends on location: A burning pain is commonly associated with tendinitis or nerve related issues.  If isolated to ankle not radiating up leg or into foot then likely tendinitis.  Very common condition at times associated with previous ankle sprain or increased use.  Oral NSAIDs activity modifications and a lace up brace may be helpful.

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