Ankle Pain

Ankle pain can make standing and walking feel like impossible tasks. Foot and ankle specialist Benjamin Clair, DPM, at Sports City USA Foot & Ankle Center in McKinney, Texas, takes an individualized approach to managing ankle pain, customizing plans using the most advanced treatments so you get the best outcomes. Don’t wait to get help for your ankle pain. Call today or schedule a consultation using the online booking button.

Why do I have ankle pain?

There are many reasons you may have ankle pain. Dr. Clair is an experienced and highly trained foot and ankle specialist at Sports City USA Foot & Ankle Center who can find the cause of your pain.

Common conditions that cause ankle pain include:

• Ankle sprain or strain
• Arthritis
• Fractures
• Achilles tendinitis
• Bursitis
• Flatfoot

You can also develop ankle pain if you wear poorly fitted shoes or shoes that don’t properly support the mechanics of your foot. 

When should I see a specialist for ankle pain?

You should seek help from the foot and ankle specialist at Sports City USA Foot & Ankle Center if you have ankle pain that fails to improve within a few days of at-home care. Dr. Clair also recommends you come in for an evaluation if your ankle pain occurs after an injury.

Early diagnosis and treatment of the underlying cause of your discomfort may prevent further problems.

What happens during an ankle pain evaluation?

Dr. Clair is a patient-centered specialist who conducts a thorough evaluation when you come in with complaints of ankle pain. He asks detailed questions about your symptoms, including when the pain started, the type of pain you feel, and activities that make it worse.

He examines your feet and ankles and has you engage in exercises so he can evaluate foot mechanics and gait (how you walk). Dr. Clair may also order X-rays to confirm or rule out a diagnosis. X-rays are done at the office.

I don’t want surgery. What are some treatments for ankle pain?

At Sports City USA Foot & Ankle Center, you come first. Dr. Clair customizes your ankle pain treatment plan, making recommendations that best fit your needs.

Dr. Clair has advanced training in the latest in treatments and offers many nonsurgical options to ease your pain, including platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections, personalized exercise programs, and shoewear recommendations.

Dr. Clair suggests surgery if he thinks it’s truly the best option for easing your pain. He uses minimally invasive techniques to reduce postsurgical pain and recovery time. 

Don’t let your ankle pain keep you from doing the things you love. Call Sports City USA Foot & Ankle Center or book an appointment online today.