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Physiotherapy is a highly effective form of physical treatment to help restore, maintain, and improve your overall function and mobility. Physiotherapists are experts in assessing your movement and helping you protect and maintain an active and independent life. Physiotherapy can treat a range of joint and muscle problems caused by various conditions and injuries, including arthritis, muscle damage and fractures. Ankle physiotherapy is a specialist type of physiotherapy that helps you manage problems with your ankles, helping you get back to doing the things you love.
Most causes of ankle pain are short-term problems, but some issues can persist, making simple, everyday tasks challenging. Although ankle pain can be debilitating, there are many treatment options available.
At Circle Health Group, we have a large network of dedicated physiotherapists who can perform tailored physiotherapy for ankle pain - building your specialist regime for you, and helping you follow it properly at home as well as during one-to-one sessions to get the best results.
Our private hospitals offer a range of physiotherapy units, gyms, and facilities with advanced equipment to aid your sessions. To find the right physiotherapist for you, or to speak with one of our friendly advisors about physiotherapy for your feet in more detail, give us a call today.
The cost of physiotherapy starts from £64 for your first appointment.* This is based on a 45-minute appointment and includes a full assessment and treatment plan.
The cost of follow-up appointments starts from £50.*
The cost of your total physiotherapy treatment will depend on various factors such as your condition, how many sessions you need and what type of treatment you are recommended. Some of our specialist treatments, such as steroid injection therapy and Phits Insoles are priced separately, however you will be informed of any additional charges as part of your treatment planning. Your physiotherapist will always discuss your treatment options with you.
*This is a guide price and may vary. You'll be told the exact cost before you book.
You might need physiotherapy to manage your ankle pain if you have any of the following health concerns:
A twisted ankle
An ankle sprain happens when you twist or land awkwardly on the outside of your ankle. This can cause the ligaments (tissue that connect bones together) to become inflamed. Many twisted ankles resolve on their own with rest and painkillers, but if the pain in your ankle persists, you might need physiotherapy to reduce inflammation and stiffness in and around your ligaments, helping restore usual function to your ankle and stabilise the joint.
Achilles tendonitis
Also known as Achilles tendinopathy, this refers to pain in your Achilles tendon due to inflammation. Your Achilles tendon is a thick band of tissue that connects your calf muscles to your heel. It gradually weakens over the years resulting in partial tears that can cause pain and discomfort. The main cause of tendonitis is injury that occurs during sport, or general wear and tear that happens with repetitive movements associated with sport. Physiotherapy helps reduce inflammation and pain caused by tendonitis.
Gout in your ankle
Gout is a painful inflammatory condition caused by the build-up of uric acid (urate) in your joints. It is the most common form of inflammatory arthritis worldwide, and more people in the UK are being diagnosed with it every year. Gout causes sudden attacks of pain and swelling in your affected joints, which might be accompanied by redness and tenderness. Gout most commonly affects your big toe, but it can also affect your ankles, making simple everyday movement a challenge.
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis happens when the smooth cartilage across the surface of your joint wears down over time. You'll sometimes hear it referred to as wear and tear arthritis, and it's more common the older we get. The wear and tear can make your joints very painful and stiff and can really reduce your mobility. This is the most common type of arthritis both in the UK and worldwide and it is one of the most common reasons why you might have physiotherapy.
Many people experience osteoarthritis in their feet and ankles. You might find that walking long distances or putting too much pressure on your ankle exacerbates your pain.
Rheumatoid arthritis
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) currently affects more than 400,000 people in the UK. It is an inflammatory joint condition caused by an autoimmune process, which happens when your body attacks its healthy cells by mistake. This often causes pain, swelling, and inflammation in your joints. Joints affected by RA are commonly surrounded by inflamed tissue, which often results in chronic pain. Rheumatoid arthritis in your feet and ankles can make walking and other usual, everyday activities difficult.
A fracture
This can happen due to a bad fall or a direct blow to your ankle, causing one of the bones in your foot to crack and break, such as a rugby tackle. A broken ankle can cause severe pain that worsens when you put pressure on your foot, as well as swelling, tenderness, and bruising.
Your ankles are vital in your ability to stand, balance and move, because they support your body weight. Foot and ankle pain often go hand-in-hand. If you have arthritis, it might affect the bones in both your foot and ankle. If you have tendonitis in your foot, the pain might radiate through your foot and to your ankle. Physiotherapy can help with ankle pain as well as foot pain, strengthening the muscles around the bones in your ankle and allowing you to walk with stability.
There are many types of physiotherapy for ankle pain, including:
- Individual exercise programmes
- Strengthening programmes
- Muscle and joint manipulation techniques
- Electrotherapy
- Swelling management
- Expert advice managing your pain and how to perform everyday tasks
- Steroid injection therapy
Your physiotherapist will explain which form of treatment is the best for you before they begin building your bespoke treatment plan.
When you choose to go private for physiotherapy with Circle Health Group, you can expect:
- Flexible appointment times to fit your schedule
- A dedicated physiotherapist who will take the time to get to know you and understand your goals
- Bespoke physiotherapy programmes tailored to your individual needs
- Exceptional facilities and the latest technology and equipment to help you get the most out of physiotherapy
- Expert and care and advice from the same specialist who will support you throughout your journey, from beginning to end
If you want to know more physiotherapy for knee pain and find out if it's the right treatment for you, call a member of our team directly.
Content reviewed by Circle in-house team in June 2023. Next review due June 2026.
- Ankle problems, NHS Inform
- Ankle pain, NHS
- Foot pain, Harvard health
- Care of your ankle injury, Chelsea and Westminster Hospital
- How to treat your injured ankle, NHS
