How do you treat bursitis of the ankle?

So, you’ve got a pain in the ankle huh? Looks like Ole Burse has decided to pay you an uninvited visit. Don’t worry though, we’ll teach you how to show him who’s boss.

What is Bursitis?

Alright, let’s get down with some technical stuff. Bursitis refers to inflammation of ‘bursae’. Wait! Whoa! What are bursae exactly? They are small fluid-filled sacs found around joints responsible for reducing friction between bones and muscles/tendons that glide over bone structures during movement.

Sometimes though, they can become inflamed- causing pain, swelling and discomfort at those sites.

The Anatomy Of Ankle Joints

Sorry matey but even if you desperately want us not to talk about it – We have No Option!. Understanding how anatomy interrelate with this life defining pain will give you clarity on what initially led Ole Burse towards your ankle joints…so don’t skip out!

Your ankle joint is made up of three bones-tibia (shin), fibula (outer calf) & talus(one foot bone), which together form a mortise(joinery term meaning paired openings where tenons from wooden stocks fitted into it) housing two cardinal axes carrying motion or angular movements according. You may marvel at its beauty and functionality before….but wait until bursitis comes knocking then Almighty help!!

Causes of Bursitis

What could possibly tipped off ole burse? Well stop wracking your brain because here are reasons;

  1. โœ๏ธ Overuse: Did you suddenly increase activities involving repetitive strain on ankles such as jumping or squatting?
  2. ๐Ÿ’„ Stylish shoes: Those high heels won’t just mess up your back; they can also stampede abrasions against delicate heel bursae- leading to inflammation.
  3. ๐ŸŽฏ Injury: Blunt trauma or sudden jolts resulting from a direct impact with an object, fall e.t.c could cause the bursae to become inflamed.

Symptoms of Bursitis

You probably have burse around multiple joints in your body…but specifically talking on ankle joint– symptoms you should look out for are;

  1. ๐Ÿ˜’ Pain; usually immediate and most significant during weight-bearing activities
  2. ๐Ÿ˜’ Swelling/Redness; Ole Burse asserts his power through puffiness and tenderness at site
  3. ๐Ÿ‘ž Difficulty moving the foot as ankle movement may exacerbate pain
  4. ๐Ÿ’ฅ Stiff ankles especially when getting up in morning….imagine yourself creaking like old Victorian doors!

Now it’s time …for some real actions!

Treatment Options

Firstly let us say it loud- There are various ways to treat burritis!!! Depending on severity(of course we will consider after ruling out other causes), availability of Ideal conditions among others but first things first is;

R.I.C.E Protocol( Rest, Ice ,Compression & Elevation)

We won’t go into unnecessary long details here but making sure you stay off those feet, applying ice intermittently ( never apply it directly due to risk of cold injury), using compression dressings and keeping feet propped higher than heart level๐Ÿค”…..will help reduce swelling and ease pain.

The goodnews……Ole Burse would hate this regime so much because you can do it at home by flipping channels while elevating your legs having cold packs saved within easy reach !!!!! It becomes possible for everyone even remote rural areas(offcourse with access to TV).

Medications:

In other cases progressive local injections(Juuuust Kidding) such as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs(NSAIDS) or sometimes some corticosteroids for intense pain management- are being considered depending on severity and history particularly when susceptible to osteomyelitis.

Physical Therapy

When R.I.C.E is combined with physical therapy that involves targeted range of motion exercises and stepping up gradually through weight before engaging in high impact activity….Ole Burse will literally quit in frustration you(he) tend to make your ankles a haven! Though would consider gradual tense progression easily as well.

As old people say-prevention is better than cure.. . Try avoiding those stilettos just once, alternate feet during strainful activities,lifetime adaptation of focusing at core strength& musculoskeletal awareness.

When To See A Doctor?

We hope undergoing these procedures help alleviate the problem without having any further needs; don’t be scared though-we said HOPE. Here are signals to know its safe visiting doctor;

  1. ๐Ÿ”ฅExcruciating/ unbearable chronic pain even after medication
  2. ๐Ÿ”ฅ The ankle becomes hot or tender causing shots throughout the foot๐Ÿ˜ข
  3. ๐Ÿš‘ Severe swelling accompanied by tingling sensation/movement inability within limping stage ๐Ÿ˜ญ You may thank Ole Burse for this last one

There you have it matey! Hope we were able to give Mr.Burse back his walking papers From Your Ankles ?? Did we miss something? We bet he won’t attack again…..or atleast not soon enough ….not so sure about tomorrow!!Till then…… Have Butterflies!!!Lets assume your job wasn’t involved

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