Common Knee, Ankle, and Foot Injuries

  • Posted on: Jan 15 2020
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There are many different injuries that affect the knee, ankle, and foot. Because all three parts of the body are put under a good amount of stress every day as you walk and stand, it’s not uncommon to experience a number of knee, ankle, and foot injuries throughout your life. Some may heal on their own, but others may require orthopedic surgery. Here are a few of the most common injuries for each.

Knee Injuries

One of the most common injuries is a knee dislocation. This occurs when the bones move out of place. You can dislocate your knee from doing something as simple as falling. Many athletes also suffer from knee dislocations.

Another common injury is bursitis. This occurs when the bursae, small sacs in the joint that help with cushioning the knee and with the movement of the ligaments, become inflamed. Generally, bursitis isn’t series and can be treated with rest.

Patellar tendinitis is another issue. It occurs when the tendon between the shinbone and kneecap is injured.

Ankle Injuries

Spraining your ankle is a fairly common injury that many people experience. Fortunately, it’s also usually not serious. It occurs when the ligaments in the ankle are stretched a little too far. Usually, resting and icing the area is all that’s necessary, but if the ligaments actually tear, you may need additional treatment.

Fracturing your ankle is another condition that can easily happen if you step in a hole, fall down stairs, or otherwise damage your ankle. The bones holding the ankle to the leg can fracture or even break. This often takes a number of weeks to heal.

Foot Injuries

Finally, you can injure your foot by falling, dropping something on it, or being in an accident. Stress fractures are a common foot injury that results in microscopic cracks in the bones of the foot. These fractures are caused by repetitive impacts on the foot. Fortunately, they aren’t as painful or as serious as a fractured ankle, but the damage can add up over time. If you don’t take the time to let your body heal between exercising, long distance running, or other physical activities that place stress on your feet, these fractures can become worse.

If you have injured your knee, ankle, or foot, don’t put off seeking medical treatment. The injury could become worse and result in permanent damage. Contact Maximum Orthopedics today to schedule an appointment so we can diagnose the injury and treat it.

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