Ankle Surgery

Ankle pain can result from doing the simplest of things such as stepping of a curb or tripping over a tennis ball. Most of us have twisted (sprained) our ankle at some point in our lives and have hopped around due to the excruciating pain.  In addition to ankle pain, sprains usually cause swelling, bruising and limited mobility. Sprains are a common cause of ankle pain and you are more vulnerable to them if you have a history of ankle injuries or a pre-existing muscle weakness. The ankle pain from a sprain is the result of injury to the ligaments from sudden stretching and can occur on either the inner or outer portions of the ankle joint. Therefore, if you are experiencing ankle pain, it is important to see your doctor because treatment options depend upon the level of ligament tearing.

Contact one of our qualified staff in an office near you. Dr. Sadrieh has offices in Beverly Hills, Encino, Thousand Oaks, Valencia, Pasadena, Long Beach and Oxnard.

Ankle pain can also result from tendinitis—an inflammation of the tendon, resulting in pain, swelling, and tenderness. Tendinitis can result from trauma, a sports injury or an illness and can involve the Achilles tendon.  Symptoms of Achilles tendonitis may include pain in the lower calf and the back of the heel. In addition to sports injuries, overuse from repeated motions, and tight calf muscles, some people get tendintis in their ankle from wearing improper shoes. Since the Achilles tendon can tear or rupture, it is important to see a doctor if you are experiencing ankle pain or if any injured parts look unusual to you. Other common causes of ankle pain include, bursitis, arthritis, diabetes and tarsal tunnel syndrome. If you are experiencing ankle pain, a doctor should evaluate your condition.

Beverly Hills Physicians.com is a full service podiatry center providing treatment and surgery services for the foot. We use the latest surgical techniques and most procedures are performed in our office. We have offices in Beverly Hills, Encino, Thousand Oaks,
Valencia, Pasadena, Long Beach and Oxnard

There are many conditions that may require ankle surgery. Some possible causes include: ankle injuries, arthritis, diabetes, Achilles tendonitis and many more. Your doctor will help you decide which type of ankle surgery best meets your needs.

Ankle Surgery Services performed at Beverly Hills Physicians.com and affiliated facilities in Beverly Hills, Encino, Thousand Oaks, Valencia, Pasadena, Long Beach and Oxnard include:

Ankle Arthroscopy:  If you have debris in your ankle from a bone chip or torn cartilage or have ligament damage, you may need arthroscopy ankle surgery. This type of ankle surgery uses fiberoptic cameras and involves smaller incisions than traditional ankle surgery. Since this surgery is minimally invasive, it results in less scarring and a quicker recovery time than traditional ankle surgery.

Arthrodesis (Fusion): This type of foot or ankle surgery may be necessary if you have pain from arthritis or from trauma to the foot or ankle. This is a very common type of surgery and involves fusion of a joint or joints in the foot or ankle. Talk to your doctor about this type of foot or ankle surgery.

Endoscopic Surgery: This type of ankle surgery involves very small incisions. Since this surgery is minimally invasive, it results in less scarring and a quicker recovery time than traditional ankle surgery.

Ankle Reconstruction: This type of ankle surgery may be performed on those who have had many severe sprains that have left their ankle(s) weakened. Weak ankles may lead to chronic pain, swelling and limited mobility. This type of ankle surgery repairs torn ligaments and helps prevent future sprains that may lead to arthritis.

Contact one of our qualified staff in an office near you. We have offices in Beverly Hills, Encino, Thousand Oaks, Valencia, Pasadena, Long Beach and Oxnard.

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