The ankle is an increasingly popular tattoo location, regardless of its size. Unfortunately, for some individuals, this location may cause sensitivity or even pain. Due to its thin skin and bone cover, this makes it a painful place for tattoos, particularly on larger or muscular individuals.
Ankles are particularly sensitive, and even small tattoos can cause pain. That is because the skin on your ankles is thinner and closer to bone than other parts of the body, plus they contain many nerve endings and veins – making them an especially painful spot for tattooing.
On average, people report experiencing intense discomfort when getting their ankles or shins tattooed.
Your ankle bones and tendons are just beneath the thin layers of skin on either side, making them highly sensitive to needles used during tattooing.
