Foot & Ankle Pain

An ankle sprain is when the ligaments that support the ankle get torn or overstretched.
Most commonly the pain occurs on the outside of the ankle, but can also present on the
inside of the ankle, with or without swelling and bruising. Common causes of an ankle
sprain are when the foot rolls inwards during a sporting activity or when walking on an
uneven surface. 

Your Osteopath can use a number of techniques encourage the ligament to heal and
reduce the pain, techniques include ultrasound therapy or soft tissue release dependant
on what your osteopath feels is appropriate for your individual needs.

The Achilles tendon is the biggest and strongest tendon in the body that connects your 
calf muscle to the heel bone. Achilles tendinopathy causes pain, stiffness and swelling of
the Achilles tendon, especially in the morning or after periods of prolonged sitting.
Common causes of this include repetitive strain of this tendon from running and jumping
for example.
Your Osteopath can use a number of techniques help with Achilles tendinopathy,
techniques include shockwave, ultrasound therapy or soft tissue release dependant on
what your osteopath feels is appropriate for your individual needs.

Plantar fasciitis can  cause pain the heel, arch and bottom of the foot, especially in the
morning. The pain occurs as the band of tissue that supports the arch of the foot becomes
inflamed and irritated. Common causes include repetitive or new impact activity, high
arched feet and tight calf muscles.
Your Osteopath can use a number of techniques help with Plantar fascitis, techniques
include shockwave, ultrasound therapy or soft tissue release dependant on what your
osteopath feels is appropriate for your individual needs.