ANKLE IMPINGEMENT TREATMENT IN CHILLICOTHE, OHIO

Ankle impingement occurs when soft tissue or bone becomes pinched between the bones of the ankle joint during movement. This causes pain, limited range of motion, and difficulty with activities that require full ankle flexion.

Types of ankle impingement:

• Anterior Impingement: Pain at the front of the ankle, especially when bending the foot upward. Often caused by bone spurs or scar tissue from previous ankle sprains.
• Posterior Impingement: Pain at the back of the ankle, especially when pointing the foot downward. Common in dancers, runners, and workers who frequently use stairs or ladders.

Common symptoms:

• Deep, aching pain in the front or back of the ankle
• Pain with specific ankle movements (dorsiflexion or plantarflexion)
• Swelling around the ankle joint
• Feeling of something "catching" in the joint
• Difficulty walking uphill, squatting, or climbing stairs

Dr. Storts develops a personalized treatment plan based on the type and severity of your impingement:

• Activity Modification: Identifying and modifying movements that trigger symptoms
• Physical Therapy: Exercises to improve ankle mobility and strengthen supporting muscles
• Anti-Inflammatory Treatment: Reducing inflammation to decrease impingement
• Injection Therapy: Corticosteroid or PRP injections for targeted relief
• Custom Orthotics: Foot positioning to reduce impingement forces
• Arthroscopic Surgery: Minimally invasive removal of bone spurs or scar tissue when conservative treatment fails

Ankle impingement doesn't have to limit your activities. Dr. Storts can identify the cause and develop an effective treatment plan to restore pain-free motion.

Call (740) 851-4003 to schedule your evaluation.