Pain In Front Of Ankle And Top Of Foot

Do you have pain in front of ankle and top of foot? If so, you’re not alone. Many people experience this type of pain, which can be quite debilitating.

In this blog post, we will discuss the causes of pain in this area and ways to treat it.

We hope that by reading this post, you will have a better understanding of what is causing your pain and how to make it go away!

What are the most common causes of pain in front of ankle and top of foot?

There are many causes of pain in front of ankle and top of foot. Some people experience this type of pain due to a condition called plantar fasciitis, while others have it because they’ve worn shoes that don’t fit properly or have high heels on their feet all day long.

If you’re experiencing any kind of discomfort in your ankles or feet, we recommend visiting an orthopedic specialist so they can diagnose the problem correctly before starting treatment plans!

So with that said, let’s have break down of the possible problems.

Plantar Fasciitis

Plantar fasciitis is a condition that causes pain at the bottom of your heel and arch. This pain is typically worse in the morning after you first get out of bed.

The plantar fascia is a band of tissue that runs along the bottom of your foot and connects your heel bone to your toes. When this tissue becomes inflamed, it can cause pain in the front of your ankle and top of your foot.

There are a few things that can increase your risk for developing plantar fasciitis, including:

• Having flat feet or high arches
• Wearing shoes that don’t fit properly
• Running long distances or participating in other strenuous activities without proper conditioning
• Being overweight

If you think you might have plantar fasciitis, there are a few treatment options available:

Treatments for plantar fasciitis include:

• Rest
• Ice packs on affected area as needed.
• Stretching exercises such as yoga poses like downward facing dog where you lift up one leg behind you while bending forward with both knees bent (this helps lengthen tight muscles).
• Wearing supportive shoes that have good cushioning in them – we recommend buying orthopedic inserts if necessary!

Sprained Ankle

A sprain is an injury to one or more ligaments in your ankle. Symptoms can include pain, swelling, bruising and difficulty walking.

Treatment for a sprained ankle may include:

• RICE (rest, ice packs, compression and elevation) as needed
• Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), such as ibuprofen or naproxen
• Physical therapy
• Orthotics if needed

Bursitis of the Ankle

Bursitis is inflammation of one or more bursae in your ankle. Bursae are small sacs that produce a lubricating fluid that helps reduce friction between tissues of the body.

The most common symptom of bursitis is pain at the site of the inflamed bursa. Other symptoms may include swelling, warmth and redness.

Treatment for bursitis of the ankle may include:

• RICE (rest, ice packs, compression and elevation) as needed
• Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), such as ibuprofen or naproxen
• Physical therapy
• Steroid injections if needed
• Surgery if needed

Achilles Tendonitis

The Achilles tendon is a band of tissue that connects your calf muscles to your heel bone. The Achilles tendon can become inflamed from overuse or injury.

Symptoms of Achilles tendonitis/burs ectomy include: pain and stiffness in the heel, swelling or redness of the skin over the back of your foot, warmth in the area

Treatment for Achilles tendonitis includes:

• R.I.C.E as needed.
• NSAIDs (ibuprofen) if needed. Consult with your doctor first if you take any other medication regularly. Do not give aspirin to a child younger than 18 because it can cause Reye syndrome, a serious illness that causes swelling in the brain and liver damage. NSAIDs may cause stomach bleeding and kidney problems if used too long or at high doses.
• Physical therapy to strengthen calf muscles may be helpful. If you are overweight, losing weight will help prevent this problem .

Footballer’s Ankle

Footballer’s ankle is a condition where the ligaments in the front of your ankle are stretched out so much that they can no longer hold your foot bones together.

Injury or overuse may cause this problem. You most likely will need to see an orthopedist for further evaluation and treatment.

Treatment for footballer’s ankle includes:

• Rest from the activity that caused the problem.
• Ice packs to the area for 20 minutes, three times a day.
• Elastic bandages or compression stocking to help decrease swelling.
• Physical therapy to strengthen your ankle muscles.
• Surgery may be needed if conservative treatment does not work

Ankle Tendonitis

Tendonitis is an inflammation of a tendon. The most common site for tendonitis is in the shoulder, but it can also occur in other parts of the body, such as the ankle and top of foot.

Treatment options for tendonitis include:

• Resting from painful activities.
• Icing the area for 20 minutes at a time, four to eight times per day. Do not apply ice directly to skin and do not use heat.
• Using over-the-counter nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as ibuprofen or naproxen sodium. If you have vascular disease of any kind, consult your doctor before starting an NSAID regimen on your own so that he can prescribe something appropriate for you.

If the pain persists or worsens after a few days of home treatment, see your doctor. Additional treatments may be necessary, such as physical therapy or corticosteroid injections. Surgery is rarely needed for tendonitis.

Nerve Injury (Neuropathy)

Foot pain may be caused by nerve damage in the foot due to an injury, diabetes mellitus, hereditary diseases or peripheral vascular disease. The most common symptom of nerve injury is pain, which may be accompanied by numbness and tingling. Treatment focuses on relieving symptoms and improving function.

The treatment options for neuropathy include:

• Medications, such as over the counter pain relievers and topical creams.
• Injections of local anesthetics or steroids to reduce inflammation and relieve pain.
• Physical therapy (such as stretching exercises) to help improve mobility and flexibility.

Arthritis

Arthritis is a condition that causes inflammation and pain in the joints. Arthritis can affect any joint in the body, but it is most commonly seen in the hands, feet and knees.

Symptoms of arthritis include swelling, redness, warmth and pain around the affected joint.

The treatment options for arthritis include:

• Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), such as ibuprofen and naproxen, to reduce inflammation and pain.
• Corticosteroid injections to relieve pain and inflammation.
• Physical therapy to improve mobility and flexibility.
• Surgery to repair or replace the damaged joint.

When should you see a doctor about your pain in front of ankle and top of foot?

When is it time to seek medical attention for this type of pain? Pain can be caused by many different things like arthritis, tendonitis, bursitis or even bone spasm.

The best way to know if your symptoms are serious enough that they warrant seeing the doctor would be asking yourself some questions such as:

“Is my ankle hurting when I bend at all angles?” or “Does tingling occur down my leg only during periods where movement occurs between these times?” or “Have there been any changes to the level of pain?!”

These types of inquiries can help determine if there may be something else going on besides just plain old soreness from overuse which could lead to further damage.