Question 1

right leg is swollen and hurts. hurt it years ago running and it keeps swelling and then goes down and swells again. what could cause this?

Accepted Answer

Swelling of leg: If the leg swelling is recurrent and subsides overnight but reoccurs later in the day, I would be suspicious of chronic vein damage which might be an aftermath of the old leg injury which may have caused phlebitis. If the leg swelling is not in the leg or ankle, but in the knee, it suggests cartilage damage. If it's not a knee problem,consult a vascular surgeon for evaluation and treatment.

Question 2

what are likely causes of mild/moderate knee/lower leg pain only present when running, no swell/tenderness, pain changes spots, pain stops after run?

Accepted Answer

Shin splints likely: Make sure you are wearing a reasonable running shoe that fits well. A sudden increase in distance and/or running intensity can harken shin splints which is really just an overuse injury. The treatment is to decrease your intensity/distance akin to a dimmer switch to just below the threshold where symptoms develop. If pain persists for much longer, seek an orthopaedic evaluation.

Question 3

what is the best way to treat ankle pain caused by running?

Accepted Answer

Ankle pain: There may be some cartilage damage which can be determined by mri. It may be as simple as a biomechanical problem which can be corrected with a running orthotic.

Question 4

i will be running and all of a sudden i will feel a sharp pain in one of my ankles (it happens to both) and it will cause my leg to give out.whats up?

Accepted Answer

Running and ankle: pain.  There are a number of POSSIBILITIES and you need to see your doc for diagnosis and treatment.  One POSSIBILITY is Osgood-Schlatters disease.  Here's a link
http://www.childrenshospital.org/conditions-and-treatments/conditions/osgood-schlatter-disease
Please do not self-treat but see your doc to be safe and heal properly.  Peace and good health.

Question 5

what can be done to stop inner ankle pain caused by/during running?

Accepted Answer

First, stop running.: Firstly, i would advise to stop offending activity. Based on your question, there are an armory of possibilities for your discomfort. I would consult with your nearest podiatrist for diagnosis. He/she will perform appropriate tests and give you recommendations on the best outcome to free you from your discomfort...Good luck!

Question 6

do i have to give up running due to ankle  tendonitis  flair up and what can i do. same ankle-just 2 mile 3'x wk = 6 total. swell/what is a plan? .

Accepted Answer

First, be sure you: have the correct diagnosis..i.e. tendinitis and not a stress fracture. If you have excessive pronation, chronic posterior tibialis tendinitis often results. Old running shoes contribute. Use ice to reduce swelling; when gone, consider running, Check by rising on toes repeatedly; if hurts, no running. If ok, hop a few times each leg. If ok, resume gradual run-walk program. Ice after. See Sports Med

Question 7

yes i have a pain in my inner hip by position and also pain in my ankle which may have been caused by early morning running didn't do any loosening up?

Accepted Answer

See details: You did not ask a question. If you have pain then you should consider seeing an orthopedist.

Question 8

can a bruise ankle cause poping when running in soccer?

Accepted Answer

Sprain?: If you can continue to weight bear without much pain, the chances are it is a simple sprain. However inflammation sets in about 6-12 hrs post injury and if you find that you are not able to put weight on it at any stage, see a Dr. You may need an X Ray to rule out an avulsion fracture, which is when a tiny flake of bone can get pulled off with the ligament during a sprain as well

Question 9

tightness in calve/ankle when running, what is the cause? how do i prevent? i sit down all day than run, could that be why?

Accepted Answer

Yes you have stiff: ankles because you did not warm up and stretch enough prior to heavy exercise.  Even at your age, warm up and stretching are vital to maximizing athletic performance.  Please do not forget about hydration as well, as dehydration can also play an important role in stiff and crampy muscles.  Once you are properly warmed up and stretched, and hydrated, work extra strengthening exercises on those ankl

Question 10

i get sharp pains in my ankles when i rotate my feet after running. is this caused by over-pronation?

Accepted Answer

It could: Depending on the severity of flat feet you could develop ankle problems. The ankle may tilt in what we call a valgus position causing stress to the ankle.
Orthotics/shoe inserts may help you. They help align the foot which inturn aligns the ankle.

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Right leg is swollen and hurts. hurt it years ago running and it keeps swelling and then goes down and swells again. what could cause this?

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What are likely causes of mild/moderate knee/lower leg pain only present when running, no swell/tenderness, pain changes spots, pain stops after run?

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What is the best way to treat ankle pain caused by running?

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I will be running and all of a sudden i will feel a sharp pain in one of my ankles (it happens to both) and it will cause my leg to give out.whats up?

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What can be done to stop inner ankle pain caused by/during running?

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Do i have to give up running due to ankle tendonitis flair up and what can i do. same ankle-just 2 mile 3'x wk = 6 total. swell/what is a plan? .

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Yes i have a pain in my inner hip by position and also pain in my ankle which may have been caused by early morning running didn't do any loosening up?

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Can a bruise ankle cause poping when running in soccer?

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Tightness in calve/ankle when running, what is the cause? how do i prevent? i sit down all day than run, could that be why?

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I get sharp pains in my ankles when i rotate my feet after running. is this caused by over-pronation?

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