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Why Does Your Ankle Hurt? Common Causes and How They`re Treated

Why Does Your Ankle Hurt? Common Causes and How They`re Treated

The most common ankle pain causes include sprains and tendonitis. Chronic conditions, infection, and wear and tear of the bones, muscles, and cartilage can also result in ankle pain. Treatment will depend on the cause and may include the RICE protocol (rest, ice, compression, elevation), physical therapy, medications, and in some cases, surgery.

Source: Verywell Health

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