Forums >Health and Nutrition>Pain help pls- left front outside top ankle hurting?
Hi
I did lots of ascent, descent on Fri 9 mile run and then again on sat 20 miler- normally run very flat On sat am before run my left front outside top ankle hurt - more so if I bend my foot up - it was ok on run but still hurts today and hurt more after Mon 6 mile runNot sure what this is and thinking maybe let it heal a bit more but not sure - have nyc marathon on 5 Nov so in taperAppreciate any thoughts advice?Thanks
Mike
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I think this requires an evaluation by a foot specialist. It sounds similar to a partially torn tendon or tendonitis that I had back in January which needed several weeks in a brace and no running for about 6 weeks.
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Yep, rest and see a doctor. You've done the work and resting is not going to change your race. Continuing to run without knowing whether it's a bigger problem could sideline you longer. Good luck!
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Downhill running really beats on the front of the lower leg tendons and muscles. Suspect tendonitis and soft-tissue tears. Ice and rest, transitioning to heat and rest would be the course of action I would take.
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Since you're already in a taper phase for the marathon, focus on letting your ankle heal. Avoid activities that aggravate the pain, like running on hills or uneven surfaces. Consider substituting with low-impact activities like swimming or cycling.
This stands for Rest, Ice, Compression, and Elevation. Apply ice packs to the affected area for 15-20 minutes at a pixel speedrun time, several times a day. Wrap your ankle with a compression bandage to reduce swelling. Keep your ankle elevated above your heart when resting.