Osteochondral lesions of the talus involve injury to the cartilage and underlying bone in the ankle joint. These lesions may follow trauma, such as an ankle sprain, or they may develop gradually from repeated stress. Symptoms often include deep ankle pain, swelling, stiffness, and difficulty with weight bearing activities. Treatment depends on the size, depth, and stability of the lesion. In early stages, rest, immobilization, and targeted exercises may help reduce symptoms and allow healing. When conservative care is not effective, surgical options may be considered. These include procedures to stimulate cartilage repair, grafting techniques, or even advanced restorative methods. Each treatment is tailored to improve ankle function and reduce long-term risk of arthritis. If you have persistent ankle pain, it is suggested that you consult a podiatrist for a proper diagnosis and management.
Ankle pain can have many different causes and the pain may potentially be serious. If you have ankle pain, consult with Brian Doerr, DPM from Florida. Our doctor will assess your condition and provide you with quality foot and ankle treatment.
Ankle pain is any condition that causes pain in the ankle. Due to the fact that the ankle consists of tendons, muscles, bones, and ligaments, ankle pain can come from a number of different conditions.
Causes
The most common causes of ankle pain include:
- Types of arthritis (rheumatoid, osteoarthritis, and gout)
- Ankle sprains
- Broken ankles
- Achilles tendinitis
- Achilles tendon rupture
- Stress fractures
- Tarsal tunnel syndrome
- Plantar fasciitis
Symptoms
Symptoms of ankle injury vary based upon the condition. Pain may include general pain and discomfort, swelling, aching, redness, bruising, burning or stabbing sensations, and/or loss of sensation.
Diagnosis
Due to the wide variety of potential causes of ankle pain, podiatrists will utilize a number of different methods to properly diagnose ankle pain. This can include asking for personal and family medical histories and of any recent injuries. Further diagnosis may include sensation tests, a physical examination, and potentially x-rays or other imaging tests.
Treatment
Just as the range of causes varies widely, so do treatments. Some more common treatments are rest, ice packs, keeping pressure off the foot, orthotics and braces, medication for inflammation and pain, and surgery.
If you have any questions please feel free to contact our office located in Fort Meyers, FL . We offer the newest diagnostic tools and technology to treat your foot and ankle needs.
