Ankle

Ankle injuries are among the most common injuries that most individuals experience at least once in their lives. The ankle joint plays a crucial role in providing stability and mobility when we walk or run, with many tendons and ligaments supporting the joint. Hence, the ankle joint is vulnerable to strains, sprains, fractures, and other injuries. Understanding the causes, symptoms, and treatment options for ankle injuries is essential for prompt and effective management, enabling you to recover fully and resume your daily activities without limitations.

Ankle impingement is a common condition that can cause ankle pain, discomfort, and limitations in mobility. It occurs when soft tissues, such as ligaments, tendons, or joint capsules, become pinched or compressed between the bones of the ankle joint. Individuals with ankle impingement typically find difficulty performing physical activities, and the condition is worse with higher-impact movements.

Whether you’re an athlete pushing your limits or navigating daily activities, understanding ankle impingement is crucial for prompt diagnosis and effective management. In this article, we’ll explore the causes, symptoms, and treatment options for ankle impingement, as well as how our podiatry clinic in Singapore can help you find relief.

If you are suffering from constant nagging pain or aches deep within your ankle, you might suffer from Talar dome injuries, and this article is right for you. Talar dome injuries are one of the most common conditions following an ankle trauma or ankle sprain, and it is quite often overlooked as its symptoms can be very similar to a usual ankle sprain.

Talar dome injuries refer to a type of ankle injury that occurs when there is damage to the cartilage and bone within the ankle joint. The talus bone is located in the ankle joint and helps to support the weight of the body. When the cartilage or bone of the talus is damaged, which is often due to an impact against the shinbone, it can cause pain, swelling, and difficulty in bearing weight.

Posterior Tibial Tendon Dysfunction (PTTD) or known as Adult Acquired Flat Foot is a progressive flat foot condition that causes pain in the ankles or the arch. It is due to inflammation, tear, or degeneration of the Posterior Tibialis Tendon. This tendon runs from the back of our lower leg and attaches to the navicular bone, and it is responsible for supporting and raising our arch when we stand or walk.

Patients with PTTD will experience pain and swelling along the inner side of the ankle or the arch region during standing or walking. They will also have trouble standing on their toes or balancing on one foot. The condition can progress to developing severe flat foot deformity if left untreated.

Chronic ankle sprain, also known as chronic ankle instability, occurs due to an inadequate treatment method during the acute ankle sprain phase. It is characterized by feeling “loose” in the ankle and recurrent ankle sprain. Patients often complain that they will twist their ankles every now and then. Patients with chronic ankle sprains may also have other underlying ankle injuries that contribute to the swelling and pain of the ankle, such as talar dome injuries.

One of the most common injuries in the ankle is an acute ankle sprain. It occurs when the ankle is forcefully stretched beyond its normal range of motion. The patient’s ankle becomes swollen, and painful, and is difficult to put weight on that ankle. Ankle sprains often happen during sports such as basketball or badminton, and when running or hiking on uneven grounds.