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Condition: Ankle Injuries

Your ankle bone and the ends of your two lower leg bones make up the ankle joint. Your ligaments, which connect bones to one another, stabilize and support it. Your muscles and tendons move it.

The most common ankle problems are sprains and fractures (broken bones). A sprain is an injury to the ligaments. It may take a few weeks to many months to heal completely. A fracture is a break in a bone. You can also injure other parts of the ankle such as tendons, which join muscles to bone, and cartilage, which cushions your joints. Ankle sprains and fractures are common sports injuries.

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Resources Related to Ankle Injuries

Are There Nonsurgical Treatments for Foot and Ankle Problems? (Video)

Foot and ankle injuries can be devastating, but with the right treatment, many patients get back to normal activity without surgery. Dr. Rob Martin explains.

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Meet Dr. Robert D. Martin, Orthopaedic Surgeon (Video)

Dr. Rob Martin explains how pain or injuries to your foot or ankle may be affecting other parts of your body.

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Treatments and Procedures Related to Ankle Injuries

UAMS providers perform and prescribe a broad range of treatments and procedures, some of which may not be listed below.

  • Ankle and Foot Tendon Repair
  • Immobilization

Providers Treating Ankle Injuries

Note that every provider listed below may not perform or prescribe all treatments or procedures related to Ankle Injuries. Review each provider for availability.

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Larry Balle II, M.D.

Larry Balle II, M.D. Sports Medicine Physician (Family Medicine)

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Justin M. Hire, M.D.

Justin M. Hire, M.D. Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgeon

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Michael P. Israel, M.D.

Michael P. Israel, M.D. Adolescent Medicine Physician (Pediatrics)

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Navin R. Kilambi, M.D.

Navin R. Kilambi, M.D. Sports Medicine Physician (Orthopaedic Surgery)

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Adrienne M. Koder, D.O.

Adrienne M. Koder, D.O. Orthopaedic Surgeon

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Chelsea S. Mathews, M.D.

Chelsea S. Mathews, M.D. Orthopaedic Surgeon

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Kathryn L. Nance, M.D.

Kathryn L. Nance, M.D. Sports Medicine Physician (Family Medicine)

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Lawrence K. 'Larry' O'Malley, M.D.

Lawrence K. "Larry" O'Malley, M.D. Orthopaedic Surgeon

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Ramon C. Ylanan, M.D.

Ramon C. Ylanan, M.D. Sports Medicine Physician (Family Medicine)

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Locations Where Providers Treat Ankle Injuries

Note that the treatment of Ankle Injuries may not be performed at every location listed below. The list may include locations where the treatment plan is developed during and after a patient visit.

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UAMS Orthopaedic Clinic, Colonel Glenn Road

Orthopaedic Clinic on Colonel Glenn

10815 Colonel Glenn Road
Suite 500
Little Rock, AR 72204

Appointment Phone Numbers
501-526-1046
New Patients
501-406-9201
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Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine Clinic exterior

Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine Clinic in Fayetteville

201 W. Van Asche Loop
Fayetteville, AR 72703

Appointment Phone Number
479-966-4491
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Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine Clinic in Lowell

Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine Clinic in Lowell

507 W. Monroe Ave.
Lowell, AR 72745

Appointment Phone Number
479-334-7030
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Areas of Expertise for Ankle Injuries

Male runner touching foot in pain due to sprained ankle.

Foot and Ankle Orthopaedics (Part of Orthopaedics)

The fellowship-trained foot and ankle orthopaedic surgeons at UAMS provide comprehensive care for a wide range of conditions and injuries that affect the …

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Image of a young male physiotherapist helping a mature male patient with movement exercises at a clinic.

Sports Medicine (Part of Orthopaedics)

From the beginner to the weekend warrior or senior athlete, all skill levels can benefit from our services to help you heal and get back to your activities.

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Make an Appointment

Request an appointment by contacting a clinic directly or by calling the UAMS Health appointment line at (501) 686-8000.

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