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Whenever i walk down the stairs to get to my next class in school i get a shooting pain down the outside of my ankle and i almost fall because of it?

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Dr. Ali Saberi answered

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Pressure: the going down stairs movement puts pressure on the calves and if the nerves going down the sides are being pressed upon, usually by thick fascia or tight muscles, it can cause pain. I suggest stretches daily for ur calves and using muscle rollers. U can also try KT Tape.

Answered 8/27/2015

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A member asked:

Whenever i walk down the stairs to get to my next class in school i get a shooting pain down the outside of my ankle and i almost fall because of it?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ali Saberi answered

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