Non-Traumatic Ankle Pain: Causes, Diagnosis and Care
Key takeaways:
Ankle pain can arise without injury, often stemming from biomechanical issues or overuse, necessitating careful evaluation. Tendinopathies are a frequent cause of non-traumatic ankle pain, often involving tendon degeneration rather than simple inflammation. Achilles tendinopathy often presents with morning pain and stiffness, frequently caused by repeated overload or activity changes. Posterior tibial tendinopathy causes inner ankle pain and can progressively lead to a collapsing arch, affecting foot stability.