As an orthopedic surgeon, ankle sprains are probably one of the most common injuries that I see. In earlier articles, I explained what sprains and strains were; but, for a ...

A Maisonneuve fracture refers to a break or fracture in the fibula close to the knee, with a co-occurring sprain in the ankle. Read about treatment and more.

The ankle is a hinge joint between the leg and foot. The two side-ways projections we refer to as the ankles are actually the terminal portions of the bones of the leg. The outward projecting ...

What Is the Anatomy of the Ankle? The lateral malleolus is at the end of the fibula, a smaller bone in the leg. When part of this bone fractures, the ankle can become unstable. A fracture can be ...

Anterior ankle impingement causes pain in the front of the ankle. Several factors, including overuse and trauma, can trigger the condition.

Learn about anterior ankle impingement, as well as its causes, symptoms, and treatment options.