Ankle conditions
Dr Jason Ward provides consultation and treatment for ankle conditions in his clinics across Adelaide and South Australia. To book an appointment, please see your GP for a referral or contact Dr Ward’s practice during office hours.
There are many ankle conditions that an orthopaedic surgeon may encounter.
Here is a non-exhaustive list of some of the most common ones.
Ankle Conditions
Ankle Conditions in Adelaide
Ankle sprains
This is a stretching or tearing of the ligaments that connect the bones of the ankle joint.
Plantar fasciitis
This is an inflammation of the plantar fascia, a thick band of tissue that runs across the bottom of the foot.
Ankle fractures
These are breaks in the bones of the ankle, which can be caused by falls, accidents, or sports injuries.
Osteoarthritis
This is a degenerative joint disease that occurs when the cartilage that cushions the ends of bones in the ankle joint wears down over time.
Peroneal tendonitis
This is an inflammation of the peroneal tendons, which run along the outside of the ankle and foot.
Ankle osteochondral lesions
These are injuries to the cartilage and bone in the ankle joint, often caused by trauma or overuse.
Sesamoiditis
This is an inflammation of the sesamoid bones, which are small bones located beneath the big toe joint.
Achilles tendonitis
This is an inflammation of the Achilles tendon, which connects the calf muscles to the heel bone.
Tarsal tunnel syndrome
This is a condition in which the tibial nerve, which provides sensation and motor function to the foot, becomes compressed or pinched.
Syndesmotic ankle injuries
These are injuries to the syndesmosis, a group of ligaments that connect the tibia and fibula bones in the lower leg.
Rheumatoid arthritis
This is a chronic inflammatory disorder that affects the lining of the joints, including the ankle joint.
Talus fractures
These are breaks in the talus bone, which is located between the heel bone and the tibia and fibula bones of the lower leg.
Gout
This is a type of arthritis that occurs when uric acid crystals build up in the joints, including the ankle joint.