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Foot and Ankle Arthritis
Arthritis is the inflammation of joints as a result of degeneration of the smooth cartilage that lines the ends of bones in a joint.
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Foot and Ankle Trauma
Foot and ankle trauma refers to injuries that affect the bones, joints, ligaments, tendons, or soft tissues of the foot and ankle.
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Ankle Instability
The joints of the ankle are held in place and stabilized by strong bands of tissue called ligaments.
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Ankle Dislocation
Ankle dislocation is a condition that occurs when the bones of the lower leg called the fibula and tibia get separated...
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Foot Fracture
Foot fractures can involve different bones and joints and are classified into several types...
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Ankle Fractures
Ankle injuries are very common in athletes and individuals performing physical work; often resulting in severe pain...
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Ankle Pain
Ankle pain refers to any form of pain or discomfort affecting the ankle joint. Your ankles are more prone to injury...
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Ankle Sprain
A sprain is the stretching or tearing of ligaments. Ligaments connect adjacent bones and provide stability to a joint.
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Achilles Tendon Rupture
The Achilles tendon is a strong fibrous cord present behind the ankle that connects the calf muscles to the heel bone.
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Ankle Ligament Injury
An ankle ligament injury, also known as an ankle sprain, can be caused by a sudden twisting movement of the foot during...
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Bunion
A bunion, also known as hallux valgus, is a bony protuberance that appears on the outer surface of the big toe when...
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Foot Pain
The foot is composed of bones, ligaments, tendons, and muscles. As your feet bear the weight of your entire body...
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Hammertoe
A hammertoe is a deformity of a lesser toe (second through fifth toes), where the toe is bent upward...
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Plantar Fasciitis
Plantar fasciitis refers to the inflammation of the plantar fascia, a thick band of tissue that is present at the bottom...
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Toe Deformities
Toe deformities are common problems that occur due to abnormal positioning of the foot bones, inadequate biomechanics...
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Foot Deformities
Foot deformities are structural abnormalities or misalignments in the bones, muscles, or ligaments of the foot.
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Toe Fractures
A fracture is defined as a break in the continuity of the bone when a force against your body is too strong for the bone to bear.
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Foot and Ankle Sports Injuries
Foot and ankle sports injuries are damage sustained to the foot and ankle during sports and exercises.
