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[|Human|] i twisted my ankle two nights ago. it is slightly swollen and not very painful, but today was my first long day back at work since the accident-standing all day.  i have horrific lower back pain on my right side, the same side as my ankle injury.  are they related? any advice on relieving pain
[|AI|]  Hello, Thanks for writing to us, I have studied your case with diligence. Yes ankle injury and back pain can be related. Instability may increase due to tear and laxity of ligament. I will advise repeating MRI ankle for soft tissue involvement. Till time, you can continue use supportive splint or brace. Physiotherapy like ultrasound and TENS will help in early healing. If age is more you can manage it conservatively with brace and physio. Complication can be ankle arthritis, profound instability, recurrent fall, inability to walk. Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow-up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries. Wishing you good health. Take care.