Question
I am 37 years old,I've never had any problems with my feet. I work at factory where we stand 8 to 10 hours a day on ergo mats,we recently got ergo sit and stand stools to help us relieve our feet some from standing so much. Last night i woke up in the middle of the night from pain under my ankle bone,i thought that it would go away but it seems to be getting worse,it hurts all the time especially when I'm walking.There is no bruising or swelling.I've taken motrin to try to relieve the pain but that didn't help at all.What should i do,what do you think it is? Also i wear good supportive shoes to work and i have been doing this job for 2 years now.

Answer
This Chicago & Elmhurst Podiatrist says.......

Dear Tanya,

You probably have irritated the joint or tendon(s) in the ankle area
Try PRICE
Protect-perhaps an ace wrap around the ankle and limit the movements that aggravate it.
Rest-Speaks for itself-perhaps the weekend when you are off-rest it.
Ice- As much as you can tolerate. Pros put the injured area into an ice bath for 15 minutes! Try ice packs instead for 3-4 days.  
Compress-Ace wrap or ankle sleeve
Elevate-Will help if it throbs at the end of the day.
Go to our website store at AnkleNFoot.com for examples of wraps, sleeves or braces for your ankle
Take max doses of anti-inflammatories (try Alleve) for about 5 days-as long as you don't have any stomach problems.
If these suggestions don't help  then seek the aid of Podiatrists who are Board Certified in Orthopedics. Sometimes these injuries respond with orthotics(prescription custom made) and physical therapy or other modalities.

Hope This Helps
Good Luck!

Dr George Tsatsos & Svetlana Zats
Podiatrist Chicago 60618 & Elmhurst 60126 Podiatrists
Board Certified in Foot and Ankle Surgery & Orthopedics
New South Loop Location-Chicago 60661
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