Can an xray tell whats causing ankle pain?

[Anonymous]

I've had ankle pain for the last 5 weeks. I went to the doctors and they thought it was overuse from the walking around in my job.

It's still painful when I walk for to long or exercise.

I'm going to the doctors tomorrow.

Can an xray tell why I'm getting pain in my ankle when I walk?

I don't think I've broken or sprained anything.

[DannyUk2017]

An X-Ray will "see" only if is Broken/Displaced, Sprung, etc.. it won't be able to "see" veins/muscles if they are inflamated, so you'll be better with Ultrasound... if i Stand for long period of time my Back Gives in, causing me pain, so what i take/do is Tiger (indian balm) that is also good for any Inflamatory pain, such as back pain (specially on muscles), joints such as, knees, elbows, back of the neck, nuckles, feet, etc... Just make sure you DO NOT TOUCH any sensitive area such as "private parts, eyes, mouth, nose... before touching WASH YOUR HANDS, very well.

[Avcfhcic]

Am x-ray would only be able to see the bones and if there's any fractures or breaks.
Rest is probably your best cure, use ice and take antiinflammatories

[Anonymous]

Maybe not technically a X ray, I’m not totally sure about the details, but they do have machines that can tell the doctor what’s wrong with your leg.

[RebelinSteel]

An X-ray may, or you might need an ultrasound or other scans, really depends on what the root cause is.

[Alien5_53]

An X-ray is primarily useful for detecting fractures or significant bone issues. Resting, applying ice, and taking anti-inflammatory medications can help reduce pain and inflammation.