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Ankle pain is most commonly caused by a sprain. A sprain is an injury to the ligaments connecting the ankle bones. Treatment of sprains includes using crutches, applying ice to the ankle, elevating the foot, using compression bandages, and taking over-the-counter pain relievers.
COMMON CAUSES. Foot and ankle injuries are often due to a sprain but can also be caused by instability, arthritis, gout, tendonitis, fracture, nerve compression, infection and poor structural alignment of the leg or foot. It can be associated with swelling, stiffness, redness, and warmth in the involved area.