Ankle Pain Physiotherapy
Whether you've rolled your ankle, developed pain while running, or have ongoing stiffness or instability, our physiotherapists can help identify the cause of your ankle pain and guide your recovery.
What is ankle pain?
Ankle pain is a common problem that can affect everyday activities such as walking, running and sport. It may develop suddenly following an injury or gradually due to overuse.
Common causes of ankle pain
Common causes include:
Symptoms of ankle injuries
You may experience:
How can physiotherapy help?
Treatment may include:
We focus on restoring confidence, movement and reducing the risk of future ankle injuries.
When should you see a physiotherapist?
Consider an assessment if:
Book an Appointment
If you are experiencing ankle pain and would like help getting back to the activities you enjoy, our physiotherapy team is here to help.
Contact us to book an appointment at our Palmerston North clinic.
Ankle pain is a common problem that can affect everyday activities such as walking, running and sport. It may develop suddenly following an injury or gradually due to overuse.
Common causes of ankle pain
Common causes include:
- Ankle sprains
- Tendon injuries
- Achilles tendinopathy
- Arthritis
- Joint stiffness
- Overuse injuries
- Sporting injuries
- Balance and stability problems
Symptoms of ankle injuries
You may experience:
- Pain around the ankle
- Swelling
- Stiffness
- Difficulty walking or running
- Instability or repeated rolling of the ankle
- Pain when pushing off during walking or sport
How can physiotherapy help?
Treatment may include:
- Pain and swelling management
- Hands-on treatment
- Strengthening exercises
- Balance and proprioception training
- Mobility exercises
- Return-to-running or sport rehabilitation
We focus on restoring confidence, movement and reducing the risk of future ankle injuries.
When should you see a physiotherapist?
Consider an assessment if:
- Pain isn't improving
- You're struggling to walk normally
- Your ankle repeatedly rolls or feels unstable
- You're unable to return to sport
- Swelling or stiffness persists
Book an Appointment
If you are experiencing ankle pain and would like help getting back to the activities you enjoy, our physiotherapy team is here to help.
Contact us to book an appointment at our Palmerston North clinic.
Ankle pain FAQ
Should i walk on a sprained ankle?
This depends on the severity of the injury. Majority of the time, for a minor ankle sprain it is beneficial to continue to mobilise, however a more severe ankle injury may require immobilisation or support for weightbearing initially. A physiotherapy assessment can help determine what level of activity is appropriate.
do ankle sprains heal by themselves?
Many improve with time, but rehabilitation is important to restore strength and reduce the risk of repeated sprains.
Can physiotherapy help chronic ankle instability?
Yes. Specific strengthening and balance exercises are highly effective for improving ankle stability.
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