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The foot and ankle encompass a complex structure that supports the body’s weight and facilitates movement. Various conditions can affect this area, including:
– Flat Foot: A condition where the arches of the foot collapse, causing the sole to come into complete or near-complete contact with the ground.
– Plantar Fasciitis: Inflammation of the tissue along the bottom of the foot, causing heel pain.
– Hallux Valgus (Bunion): A bony bump at the base of the big toe, causing it to deviate towards the other toes.
– Foot Drop: Weakness or paralysis of the muscles involved in lifting the front part of the foot, causing difficulty walking.
– Deformity Correction: Surgical or non-surgical methods to correct foot deformities, restoring proper alignment and function.
– Ingrown Toenail: When the toenail grows into the skin, causing pain, swelling, and infection.
– Corn and Callosity: Thickened skin areas resulting from excessive pressure or friction on the feet.
– Morton’s Neuroma: A painful condition affecting the ball of the foot, typically between the third and fourth toes, caused by nerve irritation.
– Ankle Synovitis: Inflammation of the synovial membrane in the ankle, causing pain and swelling.
– Ankle Replacement: A surgical procedure where a damaged ankle joint is replaced with an artificial one, relieving pain and restoring mobility.
– Ankle Impingement: A condition where tissue is pinched between bones in the ankle, leading to pain and limited movement.
– Hammer and Claw Toe: Deformities where the toes bend into abnormal positions, causing discomfort and walking issues.
– Sesamoiditis: Inflammation of the small bones (sesamoids) beneath the big toe joint.
– Tendoachilles Tear: A rupture or tear in the Achilles tendon, which connects the calf muscles to the heel bone and aids in walking.
Each condition requires specific diagnostic and treatment approaches to relieve symptoms and restore normal function.