ปวดข้อเท้าเรื้อรัง... อาจเป็นภาวะ “หินปูนหน้าข้อเท้า”

<p>For those who regularly play sports, ankle pain may be considered normal, without realizing that this could be a warning sign of <span style="color: #00826a;"><strong>“Ankle Osteophyte Condition”</strong></span> that they are unknowingly facing. Dr. Chakorn Rimchala, an orthopedic surgeon specializing in foot and ankle surgery at Phyathai 3 Hospital, said this condition is commonly found in athletes and people who use their ankles extensively in daily life.</p>
<div class="paragraph">
<h4></h4>
<h4 style="color: #008080;"><span style="color: #00826a;">Who is at risk… Ankle Osteophyte Condition<strong><br />
</strong></span></h4>
<p style="color: #008080;"><span style="color: #000000;">Dr. Chakorn explained that ankle osteophyte condition is often found in athletes who use their ankles a lot, such as runners, volleyball players, ballet dancers, high jumpers, and football players. Osteophytes occur due to excessive range of motion in the ankle joint, which may cause partial tearing of the joint capsule. Subsequently, the body repairs itself, leading to the formation of osteophytes. Sometimes, it results from injuries during competitions, causing damage to the ligaments or ankle joint capsule, which can lead to osteophyte formation. Repeated injuries cause patients to start experiencing pain in front of the ankle, especially after competitions or intense training.</span></p>
<h4></h4>
<h4 style="color: #008080;"><span style="color: #00826a;">If conservative treatment fails… surgery may be necessary</span><strong><span style="color: #00826a;"><br />
</span></strong></h4>
<p style="color: #008080;"><span style="color: #000000;">Dr. Chakorn explained that there are 4 treatment approaches for this condition:</span></p>
<ol>
<li><span style="color: #00826a;"><strong>Conservative treatment –</strong></span> This is the initial treatment where the doctor reduces pain and inflammation in the injured area by limiting activities that cause symptoms, taking non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), applying cold compression after competitions, and undergoing physiotherapy.</li>
<li><span style="color: #00826a;"><strong>Surgical treatment –</strong></span> When conservative treatment fails, and pain remains severe or occurs every time after playing or training.</li>
<li><span style="color: #00826a;"><strong>Arthroscopic surgery –</strong></span> Arthroscopic surgery is beneficial because it involves small incisions, less pain, and faster recovery after surgery. However, it depends on the associated injuries.</li>
<li><span style="color: #00826a;"><strong>Open surgery –</strong></span> This has disadvantages compared to arthroscopic surgery, including larger incisions and longer recovery time.</li>
</ol>
<h4></h4>
<h4 style="color: #008080;"><span style="color: #00826a;">How to take care of yourself after surgery</span><strong><span style="color: #00826a;"><br />
</span></strong></h4>
<p style="color: #008080;"><span style="color: #000000;">In cases where there are no other ankle injuries, Dr. Chakorn said that patients can bear weight on the ankle one day after surgery. During the first 2-3 days post-surgery, crutches may be necessary to provide stability while walking. Afterwards, physiotherapy will be conducted to increase the range of motion of the joint and strengthen the muscles around the ankle. The recovery period before returning to training is approximately 3-4 weeks, provided there is no damage to the ankle cartilage.</span></p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p><span style="color: #00826a;"><strong>Now that you know this, those experiencing ankle pain should promptly see a doctor to find the cause, so treatment and proper self-care can be started as soon as possible.</strong></span></p>
</div>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<p>&nbsp;</p>
<div class="paragraph">
<div class="contrainer-contact">
<div style="text-align: right;"><span style="color: #00826a;"><strong>Dr. Chakorn Rimchala</strong></span></div>
<div style="text-align: right;">Orthopedic Surgeon specializing in Foot and Ankle Surgery</div>
<div style="text-align: right;">Muscle, Bone, and Joint Center</div>
<div style="text-align: right;">Phyathai 3 Hospital</div>
</div>
</div>


Posterior ankle injury from sports caused by torn ligaments or ankle capsule. The self-repair process leads to calcification and results in pain in front of the ankle. Treatment can be done with medication or arthroscopic surgery.

Services

Article

About Us

Hospital locations

Chronic ankle pain... may be a condition of "calcium deposits in front of the ankle joint"

Tel

Email

Services

Article

About Us

Hospital locations