DR. HARDY, OWNER OF ACADEMY FOOT AND ORTHOTIC CLINICS SHARES SOME INFORMATION ON OSTEOCHONDRITIS (STIFF ANKLE)

Osteochondritis are lesions that usually cause pain and stiffness of the ankle joint and affect all age groups. Osteochondritis is caused by a twisting-type injury to the ankle. Symptoms include swelling and ankle pain.

Immobilization of the foot and ankle for a period of time usually resolves the problem. In more severe cases, however, surgery may be prescribed. During the surgery, loose fragments of cartilage and bone are removed from the ankle joint and, in some cases, small drill holes are made in the defect to stimulate new blood vessels and to help form scar tissue that will fill the defect.

Dr. Hardy's Toronto Foot Clinic, Academy Foot and Orthotic Clinics treats all kinds of foot conditions.  If you or a loved one would like honest, competent advice or foot care, please do not hesitate to contact us at 416-465-8737.  Foot Specialists who love their profession and are dedicated to their patients.