ANKLE AND LOWER LEG PAIN
ANKLE SPRAIN
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Ankle sprains are one of the most common sports injuries.
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A sudden jolt or twist can overstretch and tear the supporting ligaments of the joint, causing pain and swelling.
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Occurs when the ankle is rolled, usually during high inpact activity with running, jumping or changing direction.
SHIN SPLINTS
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Pain through the front of the leg, usually coincide with an increase in workout intensity.
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Contributing factures include overuse, a stress fracture, or excessive pronation (flat feet).
ACHILLES TENDONITIS
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A chronic (long-term) condition associated with the progressive degeneration of the Achilles tendon.
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Sometimes the Achilles tendon does not function properly because of multiple, minor microscopic tears of the tendon, which cannot heal and repair itself correctly.
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Eventually, the tendon thickens, weakens, and becomes painful due to chronic localised inflammation.
