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Anterior ankle impingement

Anterior ankle impingement is when soft tissue inflammation and/or scar tissue in the front of the ankle joint is ‘pinched’ by the joint when the foot is flexed upwards, causing pain. This can also be caused by spurs of bone which can develop across the front of the ankle joint. Osteoarthritis is often the cause of these spurs, however, sporting activities can also play a part. The spurs can be painful, particularly when the foot bends upwards, for example, when walking uphill.

Treatment options include ankle arthroscopy using keyhole surgery. However, occasionally, large spurs require a surgical procedure called an open cheilectomy.

 

The following list is a summary of conditions typically associated with the foot and ankle. For full details of our treatments and procedures for conditions, please
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