11/02/2026
Outer Ankle Pain? It Could Be Peroneal Tendinopathy
Pain along the outside of your ankle or foot can make walking, exercising and everyday movement uncomfortable. A common cause is peroneal tendinopathy — irritation of the tendons that help stabilise your ankle.
Peroneal tendinopathy occurs when the peroneal tendons, which run along the outside of the ankle and foot, become overloaded or irritated. These tendons are essential for ankle stability, balance and controlling foot movement during walking and running.
When placed under repetitive strain or sudden increases in activity, these tendons can become painful and slow to heal.
This condition is often linked to ankle sprains, overuse, sudden changes in activity, unsupportive footwear or foot biomechanics.
Common symptoms include:
• Pain or tenderness on the outside of the ankle
• Swelling or stiffness
• Pain that worsens with walking or exercise
• Feeling unstable on your feet
If you’re experiencing outer ankle pain or symptoms of peroneal tendinopathy, early treatment can make all the difference. At Bondi Podiatry, we take the time to assess what’s causing your pain and tailor treatment to suit you. Management may include footwear advice, strengthening exercises, custom orthotics and shockwave therapy.
Shockwave therapy can be used as part of a personalised treatment approach — ensuring it’s appropriate for your condition and recovery goals. If ongoing ankle or foot pain is affecting your mobility, shockwave therapy may be an effective option to help relieve pain, improve function and get you back to moving comfortably.
Shockwave therapy is a non-invasive treatment that uses targeted high-energy acoustic (sound) waves to stimulate blood flow and support tendon healing. It’s often used for ongoing or stubborn tendon pain and can help reduce discomfort while improving mobility and function.
If ankle pain is slowing you down, we’re here to help.
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