[Thomas Summer, MD]

Thomas Summer, MD on April 20, 2020 at 2:38 pm · in reply to: Ankle injury #40700

Hey Andi!

Do you have the possibility to get examined by an orthopedic, or a physiotherapist? It’s difficult to make a diagnosis without an examination, but for me, it sounds like you also injured the syndesmosis. I would limit dorsiflexion. Is cycling possible without pain?

Unfortunately, I’ve never been to Scotland yet. But I like Scottish whisky;-)

[Thomas Summer, MD]

Thomas Summer, MD on April 20, 2020 at 1:52 am · in reply to: Ankle injury #40667

Hi Andy!

Do you know how the injury exactly happened? Where was/is the pain? Where was/is the swelling? You are probably still limping?!
“winter climbing in Scotland” sounds tough! But being injured is even tougher. Anyway, don’t worry, we will help;-)

cheers!
Thomas

[Thomas Summer, MD]

Thomas Summer, MD on April 19, 2020 at 6:24 am · in reply to: FAI and Hip Labral Tear #40639

Hey Spencer!

If you have FAI, properly diagnosed, and conservative treatment + rest didn’t make a difference, then it’s time for surgery. I have also seen mostly good results.
As Pete wrote it’s not unusual that symptoms also shift to the other side. How does the left hip look like in the x-ray?

Some thoughts on exercise and training:
– I would not recommend that you do a lot of mobility for the hip, because this can further damage the labrum.
– beside core, also focus on glute strenght
– stretch the hip flexors and reduce the tension
– don’t sit too much (only if you can ride your bike;-))
– and don’t try to tolerate too much pain while running. Discomfort is ok. But you should not limp. Because limping puts too much load on other structures.

I hope this helps!?
All the best and stay inside (…for core training;-))
Thomas