Abductor Hallucis Muscle: Foot And Ankle Pain
The abductor hallucis muscle is located on the bottom of the foot. It can cause pain in the ankle and heel. When trying to rest, there is a deep aching pain in the heel and ankle.
The abductor hallucis muscle is located on the bottom of the foot. It can cause pain in the ankle and heel. When trying to rest, there is a deep aching pain in the heel and ankle.
The abductor digiti minimi foot muscle can cause ankle pain similar to a sprained ankle. Pain is felt on the outside of the heel and ankle.
The tibialis posterior muscle contributes to pain in the lower leg above the heel. This pain will often descend into the heel and the bottom of the foot. The pain may radiate into the lower calf. Dysfunction in muscle contributes to fallen arches and weak ankles that collapse inward.
The gastrocnemius muscle contributes to pain in the back of the knee, lower leg, ankle, and foot arch pain. The muscle is known to contribute to lower leg cramps.
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The soleus muscle can cause and contribute to pain in the heel, ankle, and back of the knee. It can also cause pain in the low back on the same side of the affected leg. Dysfunction of the soleus muscle can also contribute to swelling in the foot and ankle. Occasionally a trigger point at the bottom and outside of the muscle can contribute to pain in the jaw and side of the head.