shattered ankle

[lorrainbo]

In June 2008 I had a car accident and as a result shattered my left ankle.  Following surgery I now have 2 plates and 10 screws in my ankle.  8 months later I find the pain getting progressively worse, in particular from the back of my heel up the back of my leg.  So I am just wondering if it is possible that I may have also done damage to my achilles tendon?

[tesyb]

Nov 2007 I shattered may ankle and broke bones connected
have 2plates 14 screws.  today March 17, 2009 and all weekend I have severe pain and swell in my ankle up my leg.  Do you know what may cause this?  What I should do?

[Dr_Veena]

Hi,
     How are you? The common causes after fixation could be non-union, achille’s tendonitis, heel spur and plantar fascitis. Another factor that contributes to the flattening of the arch of the foot is tightness of the calf muscles. The calf muscle attaches into the foot by the achilles tendon into the back of the heel. When the calf muscle is tight it limits the movement of the ankle joint. When ankle joint motion is limited by the tightness of the calf muscle it forces the subtalar joint to pronate excessively. Exercise, such as walking or jogging will cause the calf muscle to tighten. Inactivity or prolonged rest will also cause the calf muscle to tighten.
I would suggest that you visit a orthopaedician for further assistance.
Best.