Osteopathy for Foot and Ankle Pain
Are you finding your ankle pain is making your life miserable and stopping the things you love to do?
When it comes to foot and ankle pain, there can be many causes that will affect our ability to perform everyday functional activities.
Below are some of the most common that include:
Plantar fasciitis: This condition occurs when the plantar fascia, a thick band of tissue that runs along the bottom of the foot becomes inflamed. It can cause pain in the heel or arch of the foot.
Sprains and strains: These are injuries to the ligaments and muscles around the ankle joint, that are often caused by twisting or turning the ankle in an awkward way.
Tendinitis: This is a condition that occurs when the tendons in the foot or ankle become inflamed, usually due to overuse or repetitive motions.
Arthritis: This is a degenerative condition that can affect the joints of the foot and ankle, causing pain, stiffness, and swelling.
Gout: This is a type of arthritis caused by a build-up of uric acid crystals in the joints, often affecting the big toe.
Flat feet or high arches: These structural issues can cause foot and ankle pain due to poor alignment or pressure on certain areas of the foot.
Stress fractures: These are small cracks in the bones of the foot or ankle, often caused by overuse or repetitive impact.
Below is some advice that may help manage your symptoms:
For active individuals, it is important to wear proper footwear and gradually increase activity levels to prevent overuse injuries.
For the elderly, it is important to maintain a healthy weight, exercise regularly and wear comfortable and supportive shoes.
Stretching and strengthening exercises can be helpful to improve foot and ankle function and reduce pain, such as calf stretches, ankle rotations, and toe raises.
Foot hygiene is also another key component looking after the health of your feet. Here at the clinic, we have specialised practitioners that can also help with foot hygiene.
Overall, it's important to consult with a healthcare professional, such as an osteopath, or podiatrist to identify the underlying cause of foot and ankle pain and develop an appropriate treatment plan.
How an osteopath can help?
Here at the clinic, we have the tools and personnel who can assess your foot and ankle pain, identify the underlying cause, and develop a treatment plan tailored to your individual needs. Osteopathy for ankle pain aims to restore not only pain-free movement but also optimal functionality. By addressing restrictions in joint motion and muscular imbalances, osteopathy helps patients regain their active lifestyle.
If you are suffering from any type of foot and/or ankle pain, or know anybody who is, please do not hesitate to contact the clinic at info@Chelmsfordosteopathyclinic.co.uk or call 07440 498109 to book an appointment.
