Most ankle pain can be managed with rest, modifying activities, supportive footwear, over-the-counter pain medication, and other conservative measures. However, some causes may require further ...
Ankle arthritis is a condition in which the cartilage of the ankle joint deteriorates, causing pain and restricting movement. Progressive arthritis can lead to bone cysts and the formation of bone ...
A talus fracture can cause swelling and pain. The talus is one of the major bones that form the ... and ultimately to arthritis. Because so much of the bone is covered with cartilage, arthritis may ...
A sprained ankle occurs when the ankle's ligaments—the tissues that connect the body's bones and stabilize your ... Treatment focuses on reducing pain and inflammation. An ankle sprain occurs ...
Our ankles bear a lot of stress, supporting our stability through a complex structure of bones ... the ankle, focusing on balance, range of motion, and strength. In rare cases, when the ligaments do ...
leading to pain and stiffness. Supramalleolar Osteotomy (SMOT): A surgical procedure that involves cutting and realigning the bone above the ankle joint to correct malalignment. Ankle Arthrodesis ...
such as an acute ankle sprain. For children with ongoing pain, who do not respond to non-operative treatment, a pediatric orthopedist may perform a resection or removal of the coalition tissue. In ...
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