Thanks for the reply, Shay.

My emg study went well, so that's good, but the doctor believes it's rsd, as he called it. When i mentioned possible spreading, he said that doesn't happen. sigh. He doesn't even know it's new name, but of course this doesn't mean he's wrong.

Anyway, i'm going to continue exercising and stretching my ankle. do you think there is anything else I can do? I figure I'll just follow tips I see online.