Your ankle might click when you walk after a sprain primarily due to tendon movement around the ankle bone.
Here's a breakdown of the common reasons, based on available information:
Tendon Movement and Snapping
One key reason for the clicking sound after an ankle sprain involves the tendons of your peroneal muscles.
- Peroneal Tendons: These tendons run behind your ankle in a groove.
- Rubbing: After a sprain, these tendons can rub over the ankle bone.
- Snapping Sound: This rubbing often creates a snapping or popping sound as you walk. According to available information, if there is little to no pain accompanying the clicking, it's generally not a cause for serious concern.
