Ankle Support Brace

Treating Ankle Pain At Night

Ankle pain at night is common in every age group. Most often, ankle pain is attributed to sprains and tendonitis. However, there may be other reason for ankle pain at night, such as, ankle osteoarthritis, peripheral neuropathy, or plantar fasciitis.  

Symptoms of ankle pain at night 

Some of the most commonly experienced symptoms of nighttime ankle pain are: 

• Inflammation in the nerves 
• Swelling in the ankle 
• Pain in the ankle joint 
• Stiffness  
• Pain heel 
• Pain on top of the foot 
• Tightened calf or thigh muscles 

Causes of ankle pain at night 

Ankle pain is not always due to an injury or accident. Depending on the ankle pain type, site, and gravity, there can be several reasons. Some of the causes of ankle pain at night are: 

• Arthritis 
• Plantar fasciitis  
• Diabetes  
• Pregnancy  
• Sprain or strain  
• Obesity  
• Peripheral neuropathy  
• Tendonitis  

How to relieve ankle pain at night?  

Ankle pain can be treated at home by consulting a doctor, or in some cases, surgery may be required. But most of the time, ankle pain can be relieved with home remedies. Some of the remedies to relieve foot and ankle pain are:  

1. Rest the ankle – Symptoms and pain can often be relieved with rest. Avoid putting weight on the ankle by standing, walking, or running.  
2. Icing the ankle – Cold therapy can help in minimizing inflammation. Icing works efficiently on swelling and sprains. Icing helps in reducing pain and swelling by decreasing muscle contraction. Apply ice on the affected area for about 15-20 minutes. Keeping it for a longer time can result in numbness. Also, avoid applying ice packs directly to the skin; keep a cloth in between.  
3. Pain relievers – Ankle pain without injury can be relieved with painkiller medication. These painkillers are absorbed in the body quickly and provide pain relief. TENS units are also available for effective pain relief.  

Top 5 products for ankle pain at night  

Many products, medications, and tools are available on HPFY for muscle or body pain relief. Here are the top 5 braces for ankle pain at night. 

Almost one-quarter of the population is affected by ankle or foot pain at any time. Ankle pain and injuries results in swelling and bruising, and this discomfort can last up to 1-2 weeks, depending on the severity or the injury. While most ankle pains are relieved with some home care, it's important to consult with your healthcare provided is symptoms persist.   

 

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