The Achilles tendon is a strong band of tissue connecting the calf muscle to the heel bone. It plays a vital role in helping us walk, run, and jump – allowing us to push off the ground with our feet. If the tendon is overstretched beyond its limit or suddenly subjected to too much force, it can be partially or completely torn or ruptured.
Chronic lateral ankle pain, or recurring pain on the outer ankle, can result from an injury or the development of a painful ankle condition. Here are a few reasons you may be experiencing chronic lateral ankle pain.
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