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So much pain in ankles and feet

A MySpondylitisTeam Member asked a question 💭
Arizona City, AZ
October 3
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Ankle and foot pain is really common with spondylitis — you're definitely not alone in dealing with this. It's often caused by enthesitis, which is inflammation where tendons and ligaments attach to bone. The heel and Achilles tendon are frequent trouble spots.

Here are some things that may help ease the pain:

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Ankle and foot pain is really common with spondylitis — you're definitely not alone in dealing with this. It's often caused by enthesitis, which is inflammation where tendons and ligaments attach to bone. The heel and Achilles tendon are frequent trouble spots.

Here are some things that may help ease the pain:

- Avoid high-impact activities and opt for low-impact exercise instead
- Use shoe inserts or custom orthotics to reduce pressure on your feet
- Avoid walking barefoot or wearing flat shoes
- Apply ice (or even bags of frozen peas!) to inflamed areas
- Try a plantar fasciitis brace at night to gently stretch things out
- Rest during flare-ups and consider using a cane or crutches to take pressure off

A MySpondylitisTeam member shared a soothing bath remedy: soaking in hot water with Epsom salt and vinegar, adding bath oil and essential oils like lavender or peppermint.

If the pain is persistent or severe, it's worth talking to your rheumatologist. They may suggest options like corticosteroid injections, stronger medications, or a referral to a podiatrist for custom orthotics. Don't suffer in silence — there are real solutions out there!

October 3
A MySpondylitisTeam Member

Hi Liz, I have non axial Spondylitis, had severe pain in both of my feet, ankles and aching heel one foot. Couldn't walk on hard surfaces, sand, anything uneven, couldn't even bear the weight of blanket or doona on my feet in bed. I take an injected DMARD and my rheumatologist said he couldn't help with the feet so I went to a foot surgeon. They say its not Enthesitis. Xrays and scans showed arthritis in both feet and ankles and she recommended hydrotherapy exercises and maybe injections. I also use a Revitive machine twice a day which is great. I already wear orthotics in "sensible" shoes. I'm making progress. Hydrotherapy is very comforting and exercises much easier with the support of warm water. Good luck. Its a journey. Brenda

October 13
A MySpondylitisTeam Member

Thank you for all the info Brenda Its so helpful !!

October 13

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