For elderly patients with unstable ankle fractures, a molded, below-knee cast with minimal padding produces similar functional outcomes and fewer drawbacks associated with surgical fixation, according ...

A somewhat uncommon procedure is proving to be an effective solution for problems associated with ankle arthritis.

A chronic ankle sprain, Tallerico said, can actually be worse than breaking your ankle, because the injury may lead to the development of tendonitis and additional boney injuries. "Unfortunately 30 ...

Ankle arthroscopy is a minimally invasive surgical procedure. Surgeons use it to diagnose and treat problems inside the ankle joint. Ankle arthroscopy involves using an arthroscope, which is a small, ...

NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - While many people who sprain an ankle get back on their feet quickly, some continue to have pain and other problems for months to years, a new study shows. Ankle sprains ...

Ankle replacement surgery involves removing damaged parts of the ankle joint and replacing them with an artificial joint. It is an option when noninvasive treatments, such as physical therapy, have ...

Ankle swelling, often overlooked, can signal serious underlying health issues like heart, kidney, or liver problems, or circulation changes. Ignoring this symptom can lead to complications such as ...

If you’re looking to recover from an ankle injury or are trying to prevent one, the best ankle brace can help you feel confident on your feet again. These recovery tools help provide ankle support and ...