Tendinitis/Bursitis Ankle

Definition:
Inflammation of the tendons/bursas attached to the ankle.
Purchase 3 Phases

Symptoms
  • Pain with walking
  • Loss of ROM in the ankle
  • Pain or tenderness in the back of the ankle
  • Worse at the beginning of exercise, or when running uphill
  • Pain when wearing shoes
  • Redness and warmth
  • Swelling on the back of the heel
Causes
  • Pressure on your ankle and heels- running or exercising on uneven ground
  • Poorly fitting shoes that constantly rub against the heel
  • Direct, hard hit to your heel
  • Infection
  • Rheumatoid arthritis
  • Gout
  • Overusing your ankles- repeating motions are running, walking, or jumping
Treatment
  • ROM and stretching
  • Cryotherapy
  • Ankle stabilization exercises
  • Balance training
  • Lower extremity strengthening
  • Soft tissue massage
Tendinitis/Bursitis Ankle Phase I

Purchase Phase

  • Foot Wedge
  • 3-D Runners Stretch
  • 100s
  • Windshield Wipers
  • Single Leg Balance
  • Toe Yoga
  • Tri Planar Knee To Wall
  • Nose To Wall
  • Stationary Bike
  • Contrast Bath

Tendinitis/Bursitis Ankle Phase II

Purchase Phase

  • Single Leg Heel Raises
  • Heel Offs
  • Slips Rocker
  • Step Overs In Mase
  • Step Downs
  • Backwards Step Ups

Tendinitis/Bursitis Ankle Phase III

Purchase Phase

  • Heel Offs
  • German Dance
  • Heel Raises
  • Step Overs In Mase
  • T Band Walks In Mase
  • Tennis Ball Push
  • Jump Rope Routine
  • Toe Hops