Dr. Muhammad Shamsul Arefin

Dr. Muhammad Shamsul Arefin is an Assistant Professor and In Charge of Pain Medicine, with a listed background in interventional pain management. His qualifications include MBBS, BCS (Health), DA and MD from BSMMU. He is also listed as a member of the International Association for the Study of Pain (IASP) and the Bangladesh Society for the Study of Pain (BSSP). His specialty focuses on assessing persistent pain and selecting suitable ways to help patients manage it.

Pain affecting the ankle can make walking, standing and everyday movement difficult. It may develop after an injury or be associated with joint problems, inflammation, nerve irritation or other conditions. The source of pain is not always obvious from symptoms alone. A medical assessment may include questions about when the pain started, whether swelling is present, what movements make it worse and whether previous treatment has helped. Depending on the findings, further investigations may be recommended.

Dr. Arefin's listed chamber is the National Institute of Neurosciences & Hospital in Dhaka. Patients seeking pain-related care can bring previous prescriptions, imaging reports and details of any injury or treatment. It is useful to explain whether the pain is constant or intermittent and how it affects sleep, work and mobility. Patients should confirm the relevant department and appointment arrangements before visiting the hospital.

Interventional pain medicine may involve specialised procedures for selected conditions, alongside medication and rehabilitation when appropriate. The choice depends on the diagnosis, overall health and response to earlier treatment. Patients should not assume that every type of ankle pain requires an injection or procedure. Severe pain following an injury, an inability to bear weight, or a hot, swollen ankle accompanied by fever warrants prompt medical assessment.