Bursitis
The body has specific parts to help deal with the trauma and effects of constant movement. For example, the joints have to deal with movements very often, which is why they have these fluid-filled sacs called bursae. The bursae help to cushion the constant motion, with the shoulders, elbows, and hips being the parts of the body where the bursae are needed most. Naturally, the bursae can also be found in the ankles. Bursitis occurs when these fluid-filled sacs become inflamed. It’s often considered a problematic, painful condition as these sacs are supposed to be the ones to cushion the blow. When they become inflamed and painful, it becomes frustrating to move the affected body part.
While bursitis is painful and frustrating, the treatment of bursitis is relatively simple. All you have to do is rest the affected area, and the inflammation should go away on its own. If you want to help speed the process, a cold compress can ease the symptoms and make it easier to move around, though you should be resting painful ankles as much as possible.
