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Ankle Pain
Ankle pain can compromise your mobility and quality of life.
At Washington Foot and Ankle, we offer a variety of treatments to reduce ankle pain and restore proper movement, function, and comfort.
How do I know if I need a doctor in Romeo, MI, for ankle pain?
Persistent Discomfort and Swelling Usually Means You Need a Doctor
Mild pain may be nothing to worry about. However, if your pain is moderate, severe, or persistent despite home care, you may need to book a consultation at our practice.
Ankle injuries are often accompanied by swelling, redness, or bruising. Elevate your foot and use ice to reduce swelling. If this does not help, you likely need to see Dr. Chanda J. Corbin.
Serious ankle injuries can prevent you from placing weight on your foot without pain. If you are unable to walk, stay off of your foot as much as possible until you can visit our office in Romeo.
Sprains: A Common Cause of Ankle Pain
The ankle comprises bones, tendons, ligaments, and muscles that connect the foot to the leg.
Sprains are the result of torn or stretched ligaments.
Ankle sprains have three grades:
Grade 1: Stretched or Slightly Torn Ligament
Grade 2: Larger Incomplete Tear
Grade 3: Complete Tear
Tendonitis of the Ankle
A tendon is the fibrous tissue that connects the muscle to the bone. Tendonitis refers to the inflammation of a tendon.
Peroneal Tendonitis
There are two peroneal tendons in each leg that run along the fibula — one connecting to the arch and the other to the base of the little toe. The peroneal tendons help provide ankle stability. Peroneal tendonitis is usually caused by improper footwear or excessive strain.
Achilles Tendonitis
Continued stress on the Achilles tendon can result in inflammation over time. Achilles tendonitis can affect the middle part of the tendon (noninsertional) or the lower part of the tendon closer to the heel (insertional).
Broken Ankle
Types of Fractures
Broken ankles involve fractures to one or all of the three bones that comprise the ankle joint: the talus (the ankle bone), the medial malleolus of the tibia, and the lateral malleolus of the fibula. The most common types of ankle fractures include:
- Lateral malleolus fracture
- Bimalleolar ankle fracture
- Trimalleolar ankle fracture
- Pilon fracture (aka plafond fracture)
Potential Treatments
Stress fractures and mild ankle breaks can be treated with a splint, cast, or walking boot. This stabilizes the joint, allowing the bone to heal and minimizing ankle pain. Major fractures may require surgery.
Whatever the treatment involves, Dr. Corbin's primary aim is to reduce ankle pain and restore as much of a patient's mobility, independence, and quality of life as possible.
Patients Share Their Stories 5-Star Podiatric Care in Romeo, MI
dawn waage
2021
EXCELLENT!! I loved everything about my experience with Dr. Corbin and her Staff! Very professional and friendly. Before and after my foot surgery - they followed through with everything!! Surgery went well and Dr. Corbin was amazing! Thankful for this Doctor and Staff! :)
View on GoogleRenia Pierog
2021
Dr. Corbin is wonderful, she took care of my foot problem, she offered many suggestions to keep my feet healthy, and she listened to me when I had questions. I highly recommend her,
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Do not let foot and ankle problems slow you down. Put your best foot forward with the professionals at Washington Foot and Ankle. Call (586) 372-7200 to make a same-day appointment or schedule online. We will be more than happy to help you get back on your feet.
