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Understanding Ankle Instability: Causes, Symptoms, and Management Chennai Orthopaedics Ankle instability is a chronic condition that often follows repeated ankle sprains, leading to a frequent feeling of the ankle "giving way." This can affect mobility and increase the risk of further injuries. Causes of Ankle Instability The primary cause is the incomplete primary cause is the incomplete healing after an ankle sprain, which weakens the ligaments. Over time, these weakened ligaments are less able to support the ankle, leading to instability. Factors like high-impact sports, uneven surfaces, or inadequate rehabilitation can exacerbate this issue. Symptoms to Watch For Symptoms include a recurring instability or wobbliness of the ankle, frequent sprains, persistent discomfort and swelling, pain or tenderness, and a limited range of motion. These symptoms can impair normal activities and diminish quality of life. Diagnosing Ankle Instability A medical evaluation involving physi...
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Are you noticing a slight pain in your knees after climbing a flight of stairs? Are you noticing that your knees look a little bent when you try on your favourite, tight, trendy jeans? You are in slight discomfort, but still able to do all your daily activities. So, you ignore the pain, or in worse cases, you might try some home remedies like keeping a hot water bag, ice packs, or applying over-the-counter pain relievers which give you momentary relief.  However, you slowly realize that this minor discomfort is turning into a major problem and every step you take is becoming very painful. As time progress, the slight pain is becoming more frequent, and you are starting to look more bowlegged in your favourite jeans. You change your gait to accommodate the piercing pain in your knees and before you know it, you are limping. All of these could be due to knee deformities and with timely intervention, you can prevent this situation from getting worse, says Dr. Bharani Kumar Dayanandam,...