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Ankle pain is prevalent and makes even the simplest tasks difficult. With the new year approaching, treating ankle pain is a priority for enjoying activities in 2025. You don't have to endure the same old ankle pain for another year.
Dr. Jefferey E. McAlister and his team provide foot and ankle treatments to alleviate acute and chronic pain at Phoenix Foot and Ankle Institute in Phoenix and Scottsdale, Arizona.
Dr. McAlister is an experienced foot and ankle specialist offering cutting-edge treatments for ankle arthritis, Achilles tendonitis, and heel pain for a happy and healthy new year.
According to the National Library of Medicine, up to 20% of joint injuries affect the ankle, affecting nearly 23,000 people per day in the US. That number is astounding, especially when ankle pain affects your every move.
Ankle pain happens for many reasons, from injuries to degenerative conditions. The most prevalent causes of ankle pain include the following:
Ankle arthritis is another common cause of chronic ankle pain. Osteoarthritis is a form of degenerative arthritis that causes the cartilage that cushions the bones to break down over time.
Other forms of arthritis also affect the ankle joint, including rheumatoid arthritis and gout. If you've been dealing with ankle pain for more than a few days, it's time to find a treatment to bring in the new year with less pain.
Living with ankle arthritis is tough, especially when you've been dealing with it for some time. The pain often comes and goes; learning how to manage a flare is essential for enjoying all the activities in 2025.
Alleviating ankle pain may be as simple as resting the joint and applying ice during a flare. Wearing compression socks and elevating the ankle when it swells are also crucial to achieving pain relief.
In addition, anti-inflammatory medications offer pain relief so you can get through the day. Activity modifications, supportive shoes, and regular stretching help alleviate ankle pain and arthritis.
If ankle pain persists for more than a few days and despite home care measures, seeking treatment is essential to avoid complications and chronic discomfort.
If you're ready to begin the new year without worrying about ankle pain, many treatments help. We assess the ankle joint to determine the cause of pain and appropriate treatment.
To diagnose the problem, we offer X-rays and MRIs to see the structures in the joint. When we come to a diagnosis, we provide the following treatments for chronic ankle pain:
Orthotics are special shoe inserts that address various foot concerns. They offer comfort and support for issues like plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendonitis, and flat feet or high arches.
You can get over-the-counter orthotics, or we can make custom ones for a personalized fit.
Ankle instability happens from repeated ankle sprains and arthritis and may lead to chronic pain and further injury. Ankle bracing helps to keep the ankle stable while the ligaments and tissues heal.
We also offer regenerative medicine treatments, which utilize your own cells to trigger the body's healing response. We offer amniotic membrane allograft injections and platelet-rich plasma for a variety of issues, including arthritis.
When conservative treatments aren't enough to alleviate chronic ankle pain, surgery is an option. The type of surgery you need depends on the cause of the discomfort. An ankle fusion or arthroplasty both treat arthritis symptoms.
Call Phoenix Foot and Ankle Institute today to schedule an appointment for ankle pain, or request a consultation on our website.
