The ankles and feet work in unison to enable general mobility and ongoing support to your physical body. A sprain in the foot or ankle is actually an injury that impacts the soft tissue areas. Generally, a sprain happens when a certain injury tears, stretches, or pulls the ligaments that connect the bones together. On the other hand, a fracture is when the bone breaks.
Some of the most common injuries that cause ankle pain are:
- Bursitis
- Fractures
- Sprains
- Tendonitis
Some diseases can also lead to ankle pain. These include:
- Arthritis
- Flatfoot
- Gout
- Infections such as cellulitis and osteomyelitis
Steroid injections typically can relieve foot and ankle pain. Your provider uses a needle to inject anti-inflammatory medication directly into your joint. Cortisone shots reduce inflammation and pain.
