Ankle pain after Running

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I ran Full Marathon (42km) a month back and got right ankle pain and swelling. I need to know its cause and solution to solve this permanently.

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Dr. Uthra Mohan (PT) Physiotherapist 14 yrs exp Thane Consult Now · Accepted Answer

Dr. Uthra Mohan (PT)

Physiotherapist 14 yrs exp Thane

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Ankle swelling and pain could be due to inflammation. Consult orthopaedician to get your ankle examined and to diagnose the cause.

Next Steps

Apply icing 4-5 times a day till swelling reduces. Keep the foot elevated (place foot on stool/table when you are sitting, place foot on pillows when lying down). Apply crepe bandage on swollen area.

Health Tips

To prevent such injuries in future, you need to do warm up and cool down during every run. Marathon trainer or physiotherapist can guide for it. Have high carbohydrate diet prior to marathon run. Do regular endurance training like jogging or cycling to boost your cardiovascular endurance, also work on your leg muscles strength. Start practicing short distance run first. As your body gets accustomed to it, gradually increase the distance of your run.

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