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Ankle pain is most commonly caused by a sprain. A sprain is an injury to the ligaments connecting the ankle bones. Treatment of sprains includes using crutches, applying ice to the ankle, elevating the foot, using compression bandages, and taking over-the-counter pain relievers.
Subscribe to our Pain Management Advisor e-newsletter for tips to manage pain. Injury to any of the bones, ligaments or tendons in the ankle can cause ankle pain. A very common cause of ankle pain is a sprain, which occurs when the ankle joint is subjected to forceful twisting or bending. This can cause an ankle ligament to stretch or even tear. Ankle sprains can happen during sports or simply when you walk on an uneven surface or make a misstep. Common causes of ankle pain include: 1  Achilles tendinitis. 2  Achilles tendon rupture. 3  Avulsion fracture. 4  Bone spurs. 5  Broken ankle/broken foot. 6  Bursitis. 7  Gout.