Your ankle
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Ankle pain can be caused by a variety of factors – some far more common, less serious and more easily treatable than others. Given its crucial role though in our everyday mobility, a painful ankle can quickly prevent us from performing the most mundane of activities, becoming an inconvenience at the very least, if not far more serious. A wide range of different treatment options exist – some may be carried out at home and others will require specialist attention, and maybe even surgery. The information below is intended to act as a general guide to take you through the steps you can take to address your condition. |
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| Your anatomy The ankle has to be a very strong and stable joint to take the strain of the weight placed upon it, enabling you to stand, walk and run without pain. |
| Understanding ankle pain We expect our ankles to support heavy weight, twist, turn and bend in every direction – however it is not uncommon to push their capability too far. |
| Treatment options A wide range of non-surgical and surgical options are available to treat ankle pain – you should seek medical advice to discuss what's right for you. |
| Before your operation It is important to understand what to expect at your operation and what to do beforehand so that you are prepared when the time comes. |
| Your operation Your operation will consist of the anaesthetic and the surgery itself – this section provides an overview of what you can expect whilst in hospital. |
| Recovery and rehabilitation To manage your own expectations about how quickly you will be ‘back on your feet’, it is important to understand what will happen following surgery. |
| Patient stories Read the inspiring stories of patients who have undergone surgery, how they felt immediately afterwards and what they have gone on to achieve since. |
Important: The information and guidance provided here is general in nature and should not be considered as medical advice in any way. You should always seek detailed advice from a qualified medical practitioner.
