CHRONIC ANKLE INSTABILITY
Chronic ankle instability is usually caused by multiple ankle sprains.
Symptoms include:
• Pain on the lateral (outer) side of the ankle • Constant dull ache • Difficulty walking • A feeling that the ankle will “give way” (instability)
• Swelling • Stiffness • Tenderness
If you have signs or symptoms of an ankle injury, seek medical care right away. In addition to doing a physical exam of your ankle, joint function and range of motion, your doctor may order tests to assess the severity of the injury, including x-rays, an ultrasound exam or an MRI.
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