Ankle & Foot

This page outlines some of the most common conditions that cause foot or ankle pain. 

This is not meant to be used as a diagnostic tool. If you are experiencing any symptoms seek advice from a GP, Physiotherapist or other health care professional. 

This injury occurs when the ankle joint is forced in to an over stretched position. It can cause damage to both the tendons and the ligaments. 

While sometimes a minor injury that will often get better on its own, repeated or more sever twists can cause long term instability in the joint. 

Most commonly reported as pain on the medial (inside) of the foot or ankle but can also produce symptoms around the knee. 

Usually associated with flat feet and a loss of arch definition. 

Most tendinopathies are the result of overload caused by a change in activity. These can present in any tendon and  is usually characterised by a pain the improves with exercise (to a degree) and is worse following rest or in the morning. 

Often described the sensation as walking on hot coals, or as though there was a stone the shoe.

The pain decrease when barefoot compared to when wearing shoes due to the compression applied to the foot.

Symptoms located in the lower portion of the calf, around the achilleas or directly in the base of the heel. Strength through plantar flexion may decrease due to control or pain. (Difficulty raising on to toes) 

Formally Plantar fasciitis. Usually presents as a gradual onset of pain in the heel. Most common in runners or people who stand for a long time.