Why does my ankle hurt when I shoot a soccer ball?

Repeated kicking actions can cause the anklebone to hit the bottom of the shinbone, which can lead to a lump of bone (or bone spur) developing. This bone spur may then begin to impact on the soft tissue at the front of the ankle, causing inflammation and swelling.

How do you get rid of ankle pain from soccer?

Ice: Icing your ankle is helpful to reduce inflammation and pain. Ice your ankle 10-15 minutes every couple hours to aid in the healing process. Use the TheraPearl Hot and Cold Therapy wrap for cooling relief. Compression: Decrease the inflammation by applying a compression bandage, wrap, or brace.

What causes aching ankles?

The most common causes include injury, arthritis and normal wear and tear. Depending on the cause, you may feel pain or stiffness anywhere around the ankle. Your ankle may also swell, and you may not be able to put any weight on it. Usually, ankle pain gets better with rest, ice and over-the-counter pain medications.

How long will a footballer be out with a broken ankle?

People who fractured a bone in the leg, ankle or foot took an average of 26 weeks to return to activity, compared with nine weeks for a broken forearm, wrist, hand or finger.

How can I strengthen my ankles for soccer?

Increase Strength

1. Band exercises 2×10 in each direction. Slow and controlled. Only move the ankle, not the hip for the side to side exercises.
2. Calf Raises (going on tippy toes) 2×10. Slow and controlled.
3. Toe Raises. Lean up against a wall and slowly and controlled lift up your toes so that you are on your heels. Repeat 2×10.

How common is ankle pain in soccer players?

Ankle pain in soccer players typically occurs after a sprain, which accounts for about 20 percent of injuries to soccer athletes. Pediatricians Chris G. Koutures and Andrew J.M. Gregory reported in the journal “Pediatrics” that ankle injuries are the most common injuries among youth players, accounting for between 16 to 29 percent of injuries.

What causes pain in the side of the ankle?

Causes. By Mayo Clinic Staff. Injury to any of the ankle bones, ligaments or tendons and several types of arthritis can cause ankle pain. Common causes of ankle pain include: Achilles tendinitis. Achilles tendon rupture. Avulsion fracture. Broken foot.

What are the causes of footballer’s ankle?

Repeated trauma to the joint can cause “footballer’s ankle,” where bony growths develop on the tibia and talus bones within the joint. Surgical removal of bony growths may be necessary. Pain from a sprained ankle can be managed using the RICE protocol — rest, ice, compression and elevation.

Why can’t I kick a soccer ball?

There are a number of reasons which have been mentioned (e.g. air temperature affecting ball stiffness, kicking technique, possible injury). Another reason may be that your anatomy hasn’t developed to sustain kicking a ball. Think about how kickboxers can block with their shins.