Educational video describing the anatomy and injuries associated with the anterior ankle.
There are many structures present at the anterior aspect of the ankle. These structures are often susceptible to injury.
Common injuries and conditions around the anterior ankle
1-Anterolateral impingement
Painful limitation of full range of ankle motion due to soft tissue or osseous pathology. Soft tissue thickening is commonly seen in athletes with prior trauma that extends into the ankle joint. Tibial bone spur impinging on the talus can become a source of chronic ankle pain and limitation of ankle motion in athletes.
Osseous (bony) Spur on the anterior lip of the tibia contacting the talus during dorsiflexion.
2-Arthritis of the ankle joint.
Commonly the result of a prior injury or inflammation to the ankle joint. Can be usually diagnosed with an examination and x-ray.
3-Osteochondritis dissecans of the talus
Chip type fracture that usually occurs with severe ankle sprains. Causes pain, swelling, and stiffness of the ankle joint.
X-rays, CT scan or MRI are commonly used for the diagnosis.
4-Tibialis anterior tendonitis
Anterior tibialis tendonitis is an overuse condition common in runners. A common injury that usually accompanies anterior shin splints. If this tendon is strained, pain and tenderness will be felt upon active dorsiflexion or when the tendon is touched.
