Causes

By Mayo Clinic Staff

Injury to any of the ankle bones, ligaments or tendons can cause ankle pain. Other causes can include chronic conditions or certain medical conditions that affect the bones and joints. Causes of ankle pain include:

Injuries that can cause ankle pain

  1. Achilles tendon rupture
  2. Avulsion fracture
  3. Broken ankle
  4. Broken foot
  5. Sprained ankle
  6. Stress fractures

Chronic conditions that can cause ankle pain

  1. Achilles tendinitis
  2. Osteoarthritis
  3. Plantar fasciitis
  4. Tarsal tunnel syndrome.

Medical conditions that can cause ankle pain

  1. Gout
  2. Juvenile idiopathic arthritis
  3. Lupus
  4. Osteochondritis dissecans
  5. Osteomyelitis
  6. Pinched nerve
  7. Pseudogout
  8. Psoriatic arthritis
  9. Reactive arthritis
  10. Rheumatoid arthritis

Causes shown here are commonly associated with this symptom. Work with your doctor or other health care professional for an accurate diagnosis.

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Feb. 21, 2025

See also

  1. Avascular necrosis (osteonecrosis)
  2. Avulsion fracture
  3. Broken ankle
  4. Reactive arthritis
  5. Sprained ankle
  6. Integrative approaches to treating pain
  7. Nutrition and pain
  8. Pain rehabilitation
  9. Self-care approaches to treating pain
  10. Ankle sprain