01. Ankle fracture
Ankle fractures result when a direct blow or stress forces the ankle inward or outward past its normal range of motion.
Read | 02. Arthroscopy can also repair ankles
Arthroscopy may be best known for repairing knees injuries, but it's also a valuable method for treating ankles.
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03. Athlete's foot
Athlete's foot refers to a dermatophyte infection of the spaces between the toes, usually between the fourth and fifth toes.
Read | 04. Fighting foot odour
Are you plagued by smelly feet? Try reducing their pungent odour with these tips from the Mayo Clinic.
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05. Heel spur syndrome
Heel spurs are bony growths near the attachment of the plantar fascia to the heel, that result from repetitive stresses and inflammation in the plantar fascia.
Read | 06. Plantar fasciitis
Plantar fasciitis is inflammation of the fascia on the sole of the foot.
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07. Ruptures of Achilles tendon
Players often feel as though someone has kicked them from behind with this type of injury. This is a typical symptom of a complete or partial rupture of the Achilles tendon.
Read | 08. Sprains and strains
A strain occurs when a muscle or tendon is damaged by overstretching or an excessive contraction and is also partially torn or “pulled”.
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09. Sprains, fractures, dislocations
Learn what to do to treat sprains, strains, fractures and dislocations.
Read | 10. Why are ankle injuries so common?
Ankles carry a large portion of the body weight and are often injured, fractured, strained or sprained.
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