Archive for the ‘Ankle pain’ Category

common ankle / foot pain that we treat

Treatment of ankle / foot pain usually consists of joint mobilisations, sports massage and rehabilitation exercises

Pain on the outside of the ankle

Ankle sprains / ligament damage

One of the most common ankle injuries we treat
are inversion ankle sprains. The term inversion
applies when the ankle is forced inwards usually
when the ankle rolls over on the outside.

If the ankle sprains due to rolling the ankle inwards
then it is known as an eversion ankle sprain.

Inversion ankle sprains most commonly occur as a
result of trauma in sport, landing from a jump or
falling off a pavement curb or something similar.

Depending on the severity of the sprain will determine
how much bruising and swelling is present. Pain is felt
on the outside of the ankle joint and can spread over the
whole foot and up into the Achilles tendon area.

It is important to note that ankle sprains are one of the most
recurring injuries. It is therefore vital that the appropriate
treatment is started early. It is not just a case of resting and
icing the joint. Specific rehabilitation and in particular
balancing and co-ordination exercises are crucial.

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Pain in the Achilles tendon

Achilles tendonosis / tendonitis

Pain in the Achilles tendon is almost always due to tendonitis or tendonitits.

Tendonitis suggests there is inflammation present within the tendon and tendonosis suggests that there is degeneration due to wear and tear.

Typical symptoms include thickening around the tendon which is tender to touch, stiffness and pain when getting out of bed in the morning, pain usually after exercise, a general ache throughout the day and pain with sport participation.

The majority of people who suffer pain in the Achilles tendon tend to leave it as pain is usually not that bad in the beginning. Over a period of time it slowly gets worse. The quicker treatment is started the quicker the injury will heal.

Treatment will usually involve deep tissue massage, correction of foot biomechanics, specific strengthening exercises and joint mobilisations.

Pain on the inside of the ankle

Ankle sprain / ligament damage

Just like an inversion sprain, ankles can be forced into an
outward position known as eversion. Treatment for an
eversion ankle sprain is similar to an inversion ankle as
shown above.

Tendon injuries

There are many tendons coming from the calf muscles
that run directly around the inside of the ankle bone.

These tendons are commonly injured in runners as
they are responsible for the raising and lowering of
the inside of the foot during running.

Repetitive use can cause irritation, mild tearing and pain.
Pain is often felt around the inside of the ankle joint
and can be referred into the inside of the shin area.

Deep tissue massage is usually the treatment of choice
in order to free up the movements of muscles and tendons.
Strengthening exercises and correction of walking/running
gait is also important.

Pain on the bottom of the foot

Plantar fasciitis

Plantar fasciitis involves inflammation of the plantar fascia tissue.

The plantar fascia attaches to the bottom of the heal bone and connects to the toes.

It acts like an elastic spring during walking and running. As we walk the plantar fascia stretches. Excessive wear and tear can cause tiny tears and lead to inflammation.

Pain is usually felt on the bottom of the heal that can radiate into the toes. Factors that may lead to plantar fasciitis include; poor footwear, high foot arches, tightness in the Achilles tendon and other surrounding muscles, trauma.

Treatment is focused on addressing the underlying causes of the pain. This usually involves correcting walking gait, joint mobilisations and deep tissue massage.

Other ankle injuries that we treat….

• Morton’s neuroma
• Dislocations
• Post-op rehabilitation
• Fractures

for more information on your injury please contact us

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treatment

How we treat

Our treatment may involve

• Joint mobilisations
• Sports massage
• Rehabilitation exercises
• Postural assessment and correction
• Deep tissue release
• Strengthening and stretching

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What else we do at James Grigg Centres

Injury treatment | Sports massage | Personal training

Southampton Centre

Based in Hedge End just 2 minutes from
junction 7 on the M27

27 Wellstead Way
Hedge End
Southampton
Hampshire
SO30 2LE

Phone – 02380 014081
Email – southampton@jamesgrigg.co.uk

Salisbury Centre

Based inside the Raymond McEnhill Stadium
just 5 minutes from Salisbury City Centre

The Raymond McEnhill Stadium
Partridge Way
Old Sarum
Salisbury
Wiltshire
SP4 6PU

Phone – 01722 440688
Email – salisbury@jamesgrigg.co.uk

New Forest Centre

Based in the heart of the new forest
just a short drive from Downton and Fordingbridge.

The Bungalow
Hatchett Green
Hale
Fordingbridge
Hampshire
SP6 2NB

Phone – 01725 530196
Email – newforest@jamesgrigg.co.uk