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Acupuncture for Conditions Causing Ankle Pain
Ankle pain may be caused by a range of conditions including injury, arthritis, and swelling. We
provide supportive treatment to assist with
pain-relief, reduction of inflammation, and promotion of healing for many conditions causing pain in the ankle.
Ankle Injuries
After an injury,
acupuncture
can often speed the healing process. Injuries to the ankle area include
broken bones, sprains, tendonitis, and tendon rupture. Our practice
provides supportive care for these conditions. When patients are dealing
with acute injuries, it is usually appropriate to go to the emergency
room first, and follow up with an orthopaedist before visiting our
clinic.
Arthritis Conditions
Arthritis of the ankles, knees, and hips is relatively common.
osteoarthritis is what we often think of as inflammation from wear and tear on the joint.
Rheumatoid arthritis
is an auto-immune condition which can affect the joints. Other
auto-immune conditions can also cause pain and swelling in the joints.
Bacterial infections may cause a condition called reactive arthritis.
Medications such as antibiotics can occasionally lead to tendon problems
in the ankle area.
We provide specialized acupuncture treatments
which offer effective relief for osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis,
reactive arthritis, and other types of arthritis. Acupuncture when
offered by a skilled professional can assist in the relief of pain and
swelling. Our patients often report a 20-30% improvement in these
symptoms within one or two sessions. While every case is different, we
usually see that the relief lasts longer and the benefits increase after
several sessions.
Ankle Conditions with Swelling
Ankle conditions with swelling may be the result of a previous injury,
an inflammatory condition, or a problem with the veins or lymph system.
In these cases,
Dr. Windsor can assist with the reduction of swelling, allowing our patients to regain range of motion and function.
"Depending on the cause, ankle pain can resolve very quickly with
acupuncture or it may require a longer approach. In my experience, ankle
bursitis or a minor flare-up of osteoarthritis can usually be treated
very quickly. These osteoarthritis flare-ups may be more likely if the
ankle was injured in the past. Longer treatment plans are often useful
for patients who have other persistent problems related to a past
injury, such as internal scar tissue or metal implants in the ankle
area. Sprained ankles can often benefit from 3-6 sessions, or perhaps
more if it is a severe sprain."
Dr. Eric Windsor, D.Ac.