Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat It IsBenefitsSurgery ProcessRisks and ComplicationsRecoveryOther Options Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What It Is Benefits Surgery Process Risks and Complications Recovery Other Options Ankle fusion surgery is a procedure in which bones in your ankle are fused into one piece to relieve pain. Also known as ankle arthrodesis, the surgery is usually done to treat severe degenerative ankle arthritis. During ankle fusion surgery, inflamed cartilage is removed and ankle bones are fastened together....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCausesWhen to Contact a Healthcare ProviderDiagnosisTreatmentPrevention Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Causes When to Contact a Healthcare Provider Diagnosis Treatment Prevention Most ankle pain can be managed with rest, modifying activities, supportive footwear, over-the-counter pain medication, and other conservative measures. However, some causes may require further treatment. RealPeopleGroup / Getty Images What Can Cause General Ankle Pain When Walking? Injuries Injuries that can cause ankle pain include:...

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCausesSymptomsTreatmentSelf-Care Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Causes Symptoms Treatment Self-Care Anankle rashis a symptom of many health conditions. It may be a sign of a skin problem, infection, or systemic condition like anautoimmune disease. The rash may be limited to your ankles or affect other parts of your body. An ankle rash often appears as raised pinkish or red bumps that form in clusters....

Ankle strengthening exercises are an important part of recovering from an ankle injury. Without them, you may be prone to hurting your ankle again.Theankle jointis a major weight-bearing joint. Its function and structure make it vulnerable to injury, especially during activities like jumping and running.Every year, ankle sprains account for 15% of all sport-related injuries.That makes the joint weaker and more prone to injury.But the right stretches and ankle strengthening exercises can lower your risk of re-injury....

The ankle syndesmosis is made up of four ligaments that work together to stabilize the articulation of the tibia and fibula (the two bones in the lower leg between the knee and the ankle). The fibula is the smaller bone on the outside of the leg and the tibia is the larger bone often referred to as the “shin bone.” Syndesmosis injuries often occur withother ankle injuries, including sprains andfractures.A syndesmosis injury is often called a “high ankle sprain....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsAnkylosing Spondylitis & Bamboo SpineRisksTreatment and Management Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Ankylosing Spondylitis & Bamboo Spine Risks Treatment and Management Ankylosing spondylitis(AS) is a chronic form of inflammatory arthritis that primarily affects the spine, causing back pain and stiffness. In later stages of the disease, AS can cause the bones of the spine to fuse together into one long, rigid bone....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsConnectionRisksTreatmentPreventionFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Connection Risks Treatment Prevention Frequently Asked Questions Ankylosing spondylitisis associated with an increased risk of cancer. This article discusses the connection between ankylosing spondylitis and cancer and how healthcare providers approach treatment when someone develops both. Solskin / Getty Images Connection Between Ankylosing Spondylitis and Cancer Ankylosing spondylitis develops when the joints in the spine become chronically inflamed....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsConnectionRisksTreatmentPreventionFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Connection Risks Treatment Prevention Frequently Asked Questions Some studies have shown that people withankylosing spondylitisare more likely to have irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) symptoms.This article will discuss the connection between ankylosing spondylitis and IBS, how having one may influence the risk of having the other, and how each condition is managed. supersizer / Getty Images...

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsConnectionRisksTreatmentFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Connection Risks Treatment Frequently Asked Questions People with oneautoimmune diseaseare likely to develop another autoimmune condition, including those withankylosing spondylitis (AS)andpsoriasis. Autoimmune diseases occur when theimmune systemmalfunctions and attacks healthy tissues. With AS, the malfunctioning immune system attacks the spine, and with psoriasis, these attacks focus on skin cells. Ankylosing spondylitis is a type of autoimmune spondyloarthritis affecting the spine and leading tovertebraefusing....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsConnectionRisksTreatmentPreventionFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Connection Risks Treatment Prevention Frequently Asked Questions Ankylosing spondylitisis a type of inflammatory arthritis. The most common symptoms of inflammation affect the joints and typically involve pain, stiffness, and swelling. Some people with ankylosing spondylitis develop digestive problems, a rash, or eye inflammation. Whilevertigo(a dizzy, spinning sensation) is not the most well-recognized effect of ankylosing spondylitis, people with ankylosing spondylitis have a higher than usual risk of experiencing vertigo, especially as the condition progresses over time....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsAnnatto Forms and UsesIs It Safe?Extraction ProcessWhere to Find It? Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Annatto Forms and Uses Is It Safe? Extraction Process Where to Find It? Annattois a plant-based food additive made from the seeds of theBixa orellanashrub.Native to South America and Central America, the plant produces one of the most commonly used dyes worldwide. It gets its distinctive yellow-orange color from bixin, norbixin, and other carotenoids....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsFunctionCausesTreatmentHealing Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Function Causes Treatment Healing An annular fissure is adiscogeniccondition that affects the spine and can cause lower back pain. It usually happens when the fibers that make up the annulus—the tough outer covering of the intervertebral disc—either break or separate. Verywell / Jessica Olah Annular Fissure Symptoms Most annular fissures are asymptomatic, but some may cause inflammation and become symptomatic....

What is an Annular Fissure? In an annular fissure the outer part of the disc, which is made of strong fibers arranged in concentric layers, begin to fray, break or separate from the bone to which they are attached. Is an annular fissure the same as an annular tear?Sort of. The terms fissure and tear are sometimes used interchangeably. However, anannular tearis typically the result of trauma to the spine, whereas a fissure is a wear-and-tear injury....