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  • Foot and Ankle Arthritis

    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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  • Lisfranc (Midfoot) Injury

    Lisfranc (Midfoot) Injury

    The tarsometatarsal joint or Lisfranc joint is the region in the middle of the foot formed by the articulation of the tarsal bones...

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  • Ankle Rheumatoid Arthritis

    Ankle Rheumatoid Arthritis

    Arthritis is inflammation in a joint as a result of cartilage degeneration causing joint pain, swelling, stiffness, and restricted movement.

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  • Cavus Foot Deformity (High Arches)

    Cavus Foot Deformity (High Arches)

    Cavus foot also referred to as a high arch, is a condition in which the arch on the bottom of the foot that runs from...

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  • Bunionette

    Bunionette

    Bunionette also referred to as a tailor’s bunion is a bony lump that grows on the outside of the foot at the base of your little toe.

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  • Midfoot Arthritis

    Midfoot Arthritis

    Midfoot arthritis is pain and inflammation of the midfoot. It occurs due to damage of cartilage or tissues around the joints.

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  • Ankle Impingement

    Ankle Impingement

    The ankle is made up of many bones, muscles, and ligaments that aid in the smooth movement of the foot.

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  • Lesser Toe Deformities

    Lesser Toe Deformities

    Lesser toe deformity is an abnormality in the anatomy of your toe that occurs as a result of imbalance...

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  • Achilles Tendon Rupture

    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 Instability

    Ankle Instability

    The joints of the ankle are held in place and stabilized by strong bands of tissue called ligaments.

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  • Osteochondral Injuries of the Ankle

    Osteochondral Injuries of the Ankle

    The ankle joint is formed by the articulation of the end of the tibia and fibula (shinbones) with the talus (heel bone).

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  • Hallux Limitus

    Hallux Limitus

    Hallux limitus is a condition characterized by stiffness and decreased movement of the big toe.

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  • Heel Fractures

    Heel Fractures

    The calcaneus or heel bone is a large bone found at the rear of the foot. A heel fracture is a break in the heel...

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  • Lisfranc (Midfoot) Fracture

    Lisfranc (Midfoot) Fracture

    The Lisfranc joint or tarsometatarsal joint refers to the region in the middle of the foot.

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  • Talus Fractures

    Talus Fractures

    The talus is a small bone at the ankle joint that connects the heel bone and the shinbones, enabling up and down movement of the foot.

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  • Foot and Ankle Trauma

    Foot and Ankle Trauma

    Foot and ankle trauma refers to injuries that most commonly occur during sports, exercise or any other physical activity.

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  • Ankle Ligament Injury

    Ankle Ligament Injury

    Ligaments are made up of elastic tissues that interconnect bones to one another. They bind the joint together, providing...

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  • Forefoot Pain

    Forefoot Pain

    Forefoot pain, also referred to as metatarsalgia, is a type of pain that occurs in the ball of the foot (along the ends of the metatarsal bones).

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  • Ankle Pain

    Ankle Pain

    Ankle pain refers to any form of pain or discomfort affecting the ankle joint.

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  • Morton's Neuroma

    Morton's Neuroma

    Morton’s neuroma refers to a nerve injury that occurs between the toes, usually the third and fourth toes.

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  • Flatfoot

    Flatfoot

    Flatfoot, also known as “fallen arches” or Pes planus, is a deformity in children’s feet where the arch...

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  • Foot Deformities

    Foot Deformities

    Foot deformities are structural abnormalities or misalignments in the bones, muscles, or ligaments of the foot.

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  • Foot Drop

    Foot Drop

    Foot drop, also known as drop foot, is a sign of an underlying muscular, neurological or anatomical condition, where you are...

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  • Hammertoe

    Hammertoe

    A hammertoe is a deformity of a lesser toe...

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  • High Ankle Sprain

    High Ankle Sprain

    A high ankle sprain, also known as a syndesmotic sprain, is a specific type of ankle injury that affects the ligaments connecting...

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  • Ankle Contracture

    Ankle Contracture

    Ankle contracture is a condition characterized by a permanent shortening or tightening...

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  • Mallet Toe

    Mallet Toe

    Mallet toe is a deformity where the toe abnormally bends downward, resembling a hammer or mallet.

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  • Foot and Ankle Sports Injuries

    Foot and Ankle Sports Injuries

    Foot and ankle sports injuries are damage sustained to the foot and ankle during sports and exercises.

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  • Bunionette (Tailor's Bunion)

    Bunionette (Tailor's Bunion)

    Bunionette, also called Tailor’s bunion, is a bony lump formed along the outside of the little toe at the base.

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  • Achilles Tendinitis

    Achilles Tendinitis

    Inflammation of the Achilles tendon is known as Achilles tendinitis or tendonitis.

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  • Ankle Tendonitis

    Ankle Tendonitis

    Ankle tendonitis is an inflammation of a tendon located in your ankle. Tendonitis can usually happen due to overuse...

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  • Toe Fractures

    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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  • Osteochondral Lesions of the Ankle

    Osteochondral Lesions of the Ankle

    The tibia and the fibula bones of the lower leg join with the talus bone to form the ankle joint.

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  • Plantar Plate Injuries

    Plantar Plate Injuries

    Plantar plate injuries refer to damage sustained by one of the strong ligaments located on the bottom of the foot called...

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  • Stiff Big Toe (Hallux Rigidus)

    Stiff Big Toe (Hallux Rigidus)

    A stiff big toe, also called hallux rigidus, is a form of degenerative arthritis affecting the joint where the big toe...

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  • Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome

    Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome

    The tarsal tunnel is a narrow passageway that lies on the inside of your ankle and runs into the foot.

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