Ankle Impingement Chillicothe, OH | Bends Foot and Ankle

Expert diagnosis and treatment of anterior and posterior ankle impingement. Dr. Storts offers both conservative and surgical options to restore pain-free ankle motion.

To schedule your appointment, contact our team at (740) 851-4003 today.

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UNDERSTANDING ANKLE IMPINGEMENT

Ankle impingement occurs when soft tissue or bone becomes pinched between the bones of the ankle joint during movement. This causes pain, limited range of motion, and difficulty with activities that require full ankle flexion.

Types of ankle impingement:

Anterior Impingement: Pain at the front of the ankle, especially when bending the foot upward. Often caused by bone spurs or scar tissue from previous ankle sprains.
Posterior Impingement: Pain at the back of the ankle, especially when pointing the foot downward. Common in dancers, runners, and workers who frequently use stairs or ladders.

Common symptoms:

Deep, aching pain in the front or back of the ankle
Pain with specific ankle movements (dorsiflexion or plantarflexion)
Swelling around the ankle joint
Feeling of something "catching" in the joint
Difficulty walking uphill, squatting, or climbing stairs

TREATMENT OPTIONS

Dr. Storts develops a personalized treatment plan based on the type and severity of your impingement:

Activity Modification: Identifying and modifying movements that trigger symptoms
Physical Therapy: Exercises to improve ankle mobility and strengthen supporting muscles
Anti-Inflammatory Treatment: Reducing inflammation to decrease impingement
Injection Therapy: Corticosteroid or PRP injections for targeted relief
Custom Orthotics: Foot positioning to reduce impingement forces
Arthroscopic Surgery: Minimally invasive removal of bone spurs or scar tissue when conservative treatment fails

RESTORE FULL ANKLE MOTION

Ankle impingement doesn't have to limit your activities. Dr. Storts can identify the cause and develop an effective treatment plan to restore pain-free motion.

Call (740) 851-4003 to schedule your evaluation.

WHAT TO EXPECT

Bring your insurance card, photo ID, a list of your current medications, and any prior imaging or records, including imaging from earlier ankle injuries.
Bring the shoes or boots you wear most often, along with any brace you use.
A typical evaluation includes reviewing your symptoms and any history of ankle sprains, examining the ankle, and identifying which movements reproduce the pain.
X-rays may be used if they are needed to look for bone spurs or other bony changes, and advanced imaging may be ordered when more detail is required.
Dr. Storts explains the type of impingement and the options that apply, from activity modification, physical therapy and injections through to arthroscopic surgery, and arranges any follow-up.

FAQS ABOUT ANKLE IMPINGEMENT TREATMENT

Q. Does ankle impingement always require surgery?

No. Treatment may include activity modification, physical therapy, anti-inflammatory treatment, injection therapy, and custom orthotics. Arthroscopic surgery to remove bone spurs or scar tissue is considered when conservative treatment does not resolve the problem.

Q. Do you have appointments outside of normal work hours?

Thursday hours run until 6:00 PM and Saturday hours are 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Other days are by appointment. Call (740) 851-4003 and we will find a time that works around your schedule.

Q. What is the difference between anterior and posterior ankle impingement?

Anterior impingement causes pain at the front of the ankle, particularly when bending the foot upward, and is often related to bone spurs or scar tissue from previous ankle sprains. Posterior impingement causes pain at the back of the ankle, particularly when pointing the foot downward.

Q. How is ankle impingement evaluated?

Evaluation generally includes reviewing your symptoms and any history of ankle injury, examining the ankle, and identifying which movements reproduce the pain. X-rays may be used if they are needed to look for bone spurs or other bony changes, and advanced imaging may be ordered when more detail is required.

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