Causes for Ankle Joint Pain and Stiffness by Sprains, Fractures and Arthritis
Ankle sprains and fractures are common sports injuries, or a result of inattentive walking. Missing a curb or small rock in your path can put an end to your mobility, at least temporarily.
Your ankle joint consists of your ankle bone and two lower leg bones. Ligaments stabilize and support this joint in the connection of these bones to each other. Surrounding muscles and tendons give the joint its movement.
A sprain is an injury to the ligaments, and complete joint healing may take anywhere from a few weeks to months. R.I.C.E. method for healing should be applied as soon as possible.
A fracture is a break in a bone, and you should seek medical attention if you experience:
- suspect you broke a bone
- non-weight bearing sharp pain
- your ankle joint doesn’t appears right
- hearing popping and difficulty moving the joint
You can also injure your ankle joint’s:
- cartilage ~ which cushions this joints
- tendons ~ which join muscles to bone
Additional acute or chronic causes for ankle pain and stiffness are:
- gout
- infection
- osteoarthritis
- rheumatoid arthritis
- pseudogout ~ similar to gout, except calcium deposits are the cause for the pain, redness, and swelling
If your ankle is unstable, especially during standing or walking, you will need to offer it some support. ACE bandage, ankle brace or use of a cane are good methods to assist with your ankle’s instability.
Take walking and running precautions to keep your ankle joint fit for your mobility.
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