Ankle Injuries

Medial Ankle Pain (Inside)

Medial ankle pain signifies discomfort on the inner side of the ankle. Conditions like tendonitis (or tendinopathy), stress fractures, and nerve-related injuries contribute to chronic ankle pain, which tends to develop gradually. On the other hand, acute medial ankle pain strikes suddenly, often due to sprains, strains, and fractures. Chronic Medial Ankle Pain: Causes and …

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Ankle Sprains, Strains & Fractures

Acute ankle injuries, including sprains, strains, and fractures, arise suddenly, often from unexpected mishaps. These immediate injuries, contrasting with the slow development of chronic ones, result from twisted ankles, overstretched muscles, or significant impacts, and they demand prompt attention and suitable treatment. Sprained ankle An ankle sprain, a prevalent sports injury, typically happens when you …

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Achilles Tendonitis

Achilles tendonitis refers to an overuse injury, marked by pain at the back of the ankle. Early detection aids ineffective treatment. Delayed intervention can complicate the healing process. Achilles tendonitis symptoms & diagnosis Achilles tendonitis manifests as either acute or chronic. Acute symptoms surface over several days and, without appropriate treatment, can transition into a …

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potts fracture

Ankle Fracture

A Pott’s fracture, a specific ankle break impacting the malleolus, often stems from severe ankle sprains. Distinguishing this fracture from a sprain can be challenging. Symptoms of Pott’s fracture A Pott’s fracture, typically resulting from a severe ankle sprain, can initially resemble a sprain, making it difficult to identify. Symptoms include: Diagnosis Initial diagnosis includes …

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ankle rehab exercises

Broken Ankle Exercises

The following broken ankle exercises form part of our full broken ankle rehabilitation program. Created by professional sports physiotherapist Paul Tanner they include stretching, mobility, strengthening, movement control and functional ankle exercises. Whilst these exercises are suitable for anyone who has suffered a broken ankle of any kind, it is important you take your medical …

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achilles heel drop

Achilles Tendonitis Exercises

The following Achilles tendonitis exercises are from our rehabilitation program. We include Achilles tendon stretching, strengthening and functional exercises. Created by elite Sports Physiotherapist Paul Tanner the full program takes you step-by-step from injury to full fitness. Achilles tendonitis stretching exercises Begin Achilles tendon stretching exercises as soon as you can do normal daily activities …

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ankle sprain rehab exercises

Ankle Sprain Exercises

The following ankle sprain exercises form part of our ankle sprain rehabilitation program. Created by International Sports Physiotherapist Phil Pask they include ankle mobility, stretching, strengthening, activation, movement control and function exercises. When can I begin sprained ankle exercises? You can begin some exercises a day or so after injury, depending on how bad your …

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