The ankle specialists at Midwest Orthopedic Specialty Hospital have expertise in both non-surgical and surgical options to treat a wide array of ankle conditions. Their approach to ankle pain focuses on individualized care to improve your outcome for the long term and integrates cutting-edge diagnostics, surgical and non-surgical treatments and physical therapy as needed.

As with many other parts of the body, ankle pain is usually caused by injury, wear and tear, bone disease or congenital flaws. Environmental factors, such as shoes without proper support, high-heels or running and walking on uneven ground can all be problematic.

Ankle pain and ankle injuries are very common because this area of the lower leg and foot bears the brunt of your body's weight. When you take a misstep or come down on your ankle the wrong way, you're exerting incredible force. Even just day-to-day walking and running can mean a lot of wear-and-tear. So, whenever you're experiencing ankle pain, it's a good idea to seek expert treatment as it can prevent complications down the road.

Besides the stress caused by weight-bearing, there are other factors that contribute to ankle injuries. Overall muscle weakness in the legs can make it easier for the ankle to "roll" either outwardly or inwardly. But even the strongest and most well-toned athletes can experience an ankle injury while running or from the sudden torsion common in activities such as basketball. Whatever the cause, it's important to get an accurate diagnosis and treatment for both acute ankle pain and chronic ankle pain.

The bottom line is no two cases of ankle pain are alike, so the ankle should not be treated in isolation but rather in how it interacts with the foot, leg and knee.