Ankle Impingement and Limited ROM

[Shane Arpas]

I have had a similar issue in the past of the tibio-talus jnt. I found long axis traction of the ankle very helpful, and also an ankle gapping procedure did wonders.

There is no swelling. The pain is sharp only when I exert myself or apply 'too' much pressure on dorsi-flexion. The pain is non-existent or dull when I am resting. The pain and obstruction is end of the tibia (distal) and between distal tibia/talus area - Going across - particular in central and antero-medial region.

I fear that I may have the following issue:
"Anteromedial...... ankle impingement: Common causes are inversion ankle injuries and sprains sustained while playing basketball (45%), volleyball (25%), or soccer (31%). Injury to the ligament or joint capsule may lead to synovitis, scar tissue, hypertrophied soft tissue, and, ultimately, impingement"

[ash422]

By ankle gapping procedure, do you mean strapping or a surgical procedure?
Thanks.

[Shane Arpas]

Sorry, the procedure was a Manipulation of the Subtalar joint: very much like a quick long axis traction.