Ankle

PublishedMay 10, 2025

The ankle is the joint that connects the lower leg to the foot and enables movement and stability during walking and running. The ankle is crucial for the body’s balance and movement control.

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Anatomy of the ankle joint

The ankle is the joint that connects the lower leg and the foot. The ankle consists of several bone structures, mainly the shinbone (tibia), the calf bone (fibula), and the talus (ankle bone).

The ankle is a hinge joint that allows us to bend the foot up and down. Around the ankle, on both the inside and outside, there are strong ligaments that stabilize and enable movement.

Function

The ankle bears a heavy load from the body’s weight and acts as a shock absorber during walking, running, and jumping. It makes it possible to move the foot in different ways, such as dorsiflexion (the foot bends upward, as when you lift your toes off the ground) and plantarflexion (the foot points downward, for example when standing on tiptoe).

Joint connections

The joint surfaces between the tibia, fibula, and talus form the ankle joint. On the outside of the ankle is the lateral ligament complex, and on the inside is the medial ligament, also known as the deltoid ligament. Together, these ligaments help support the ankle.

Development

The structure of the ankle is fully developed from the teenage years; after that, strength and stability can be improved through training and activity.

Common conditions and diseases

Pain in the ankle is often caused by sprains, ligament injuries, fractures, or inflammation. Sports injuries are a common cause of ankle problems.

Examination and diagnosis

The diagnosis is made through physical examination, function and movement tests, as well as imaging such as X-ray or MRI if needed. Book an MRI Ankle here and find out the cause of your ankle pain.

Relevant symptoms

  • Swelling around the ankle

  • Pain when bearing weight

  • Stiffness

  • Bruising

  • Instability

Related conditions and diagnoses

  • Ankle sprain

  • Ankle fracture

  • Ligament injury

  • Arthritis

  • Gout

Written by: The team at Testmottagningen.se

Questions and answers

The ankle is the joint that connects the lower leg to the foot. It is a hinge joint that allows movement and stability under load.

The ankle consists of the shinbone (tibia), the calf bone (fibula), and the talus.

Ankle injuries can significantly limit daily life. The most common ankle injuries are sprains, ligament injuries, and fractures.

Common treatment for a sprain includes rest, ice, compression, and elevation (the RICE principle). In severe cases, physiotherapy may also be needed.

Ankle injuries can be prevented through regular strength training and balance exercises. Good footwear can also reduce the risk of injury.

An ankle fracture means that one or more bones in the ankle are broken. An ankle fracture requires medical treatment, so you should always seek medical care if you suspect a fracture.

Injuries can be detected through a clinical examination and, if necessary, X-ray or MRI to confirm the diagnosis.

Yes, arthritis can cause pain, stiffness, and swelling in the ankle.

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  • MRI ankle – magnetic resonance imaging examination of the ankle.
  • Recommended for sprains, instability or swelling of the ankle.
  • High-resolution imaging diagnostics of ligaments, tendons, cartilage and skeleton.
  • Quick and painless examination with specialist opinion within a few days.

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