ankle
Sprain vs Fracture: Is Your Bone Broken?
If you’ve rolled your ankle or caught yourself with an outstretched arm, you may have done some Googling for symptoms of a sprain vs. fracture. But since both can cause acute pain, swelling, and bruising, it can be hard to tell whether you simply need to let it rest or if you’ll end up getting […]
Fibula Fracture: Types & Treatment
You may recall from high school anatomy that you have two long bones in your lower leg: the tibia and the fibula. A fibula fracture is when you break the thinner of those bones that runs along the outside of your leg, the fibula. You can suffer a fibula fracture from a forceful impact, a […]
Broken Ankle: Symptoms, Causes, & Treatments
On average, Americans take 3,000 to 4,000 steps each day. Each step looks simple from the outside, yet internally, each employs many muscles, tendons, ligaments, and bones in the hips, knees, and ankles. Disrupt any of these tissues, and you jeopardize your ability to get from place to place in your normal manner. Those who’ve […]
Clinic Spotlight: Tooele Podiatry
Whether you’re facing a sudden injury or dealing with a painful issue that doesn’t seem to be getting better, deciding where to go and who to trust with your care can be difficult. The choice involves answering questions about which doctors are the best, how far you’ll have to drive to see them, and whether […]
Treating Ankle Tendonitis
Tendonitis is a common word, which makes it seem like a simple thing to treat. Its definition is straightforward: Tendonitis is inflammation (“-itis”) of tendons, the strong tissue bands that connect muscle to bone. Its treatment, however, isn’t something that should be glossed over. While some tendonitis cases respond to consistent home treatment, others require […]
Types of Ankle Sprains: High vs Low Ankle Sprains
Ankle sprains are the most common lower extremity injury. They are also among the most frequent orthopedic injuries overall. Each day, around 28,000 Americans experience an ankle sprain. Furthermore, the International Ankle Consortium reports that 55 percent of these individuals do not seek orthopedic treatment. Understanding the “Types of Ankle Sprains: High vs Low Ankle […]
Do I Have Ankle Arthritis? Signs, Symptoms and Treatments
Ankle pain, whether chronic or acute, can significantly impact your daily life. While injuries, overuse, and gout are common causes, one of the leading reasons for ankle pain is ankle arthritis. Understanding the cause of your pain is the first step toward effective treatment. What is Arthritis? The simplest definition of arthritis is “joint inflammation.” […]
Types of Ankle Sprains
Ankle sprains are one of the most common injuries. They can happen to anyone, not just athletes. Even a simple misstep can injure your ankle during everyday activities. Understanding the types of ankle sprains can help you recognize symptoms and seek help to heal your ankle as quickly as possible. What causes a sprained ankle? […]
Symptoms of a Sprained Ankle
Many of us have stepped on a rock incorrectly or rolled an ankle and we have wondered, “Do I have a sprained ankle?” Here we look closely at what it means to have a sprain, the symptoms of a sprain and when it’s time to seek medical help. What is a Sprained Ankle? A sprained […]