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  • Plantar Fascitis

    Plantar Fascitis

    Plantar fasciitis refers to the inflammation of the plantar fascia, a thick band of tissue that is present at the bottom of the foot.

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  • Heel Pain

    Heel Pain

    Heel pain is a common symptom of excessive strain placed on the structures that form the heel.

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  • Neuromas

    Neuromas

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  • Diabetic Foot Conditions

    Diabetic Foot Conditions

    Diabetic patients are at high risk for developing chronic wounds, especially in the feet. If left untreated, these wounds can cause...

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  • Diabetic Wound Management

    Diabetic Wound Management

    Diabetic wound management is the process of treating wounds complicated by diabetes. Diabetes is a chronic condition characterized by...

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  • Foot and Ankle Arthritis

    Foot and Ankle Arthritis

    Arthritis in the foot and ankle can occur due to fractures, dislocation, inflammatory disease, or congenital deformity.

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  • Bunions

    Bunions

    A bunion is a bony protuberance that appears on the outer surface of the big toe when it angles toward the adjacent toe.

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  • Hammertoe

    Hammertoe

    A hammertoe is a deformity of a lesser toe (second through fifth toes), where the toe is bent upward at the toe’s middle joint, resembling a hammer.

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  • Claw Toe

    Claw Toe

    Claw toe is a deformity where a toe bends and appears like a bird’s claw. The affected toe is bent upward from the joint at the ball of the foot, and...

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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 that runs along the sole of the...

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  • Toenail Conditions

    Toenail Conditions

    Toenail conditions can range from minor infections to severe trauma. A podiatrist is a doctor specializing in the treatment of foot problems...

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  • Ingrown Toenails

    Ingrown Toenails

    An ingrown toenail is a common and painful condition of the toe. It occurs when the side or corner of the nail grows inwards and...

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  • Corns

    Corns

    A corn is a circular area of thickened skin developed because of continuous friction or pressure.

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  • Sports Related Foot and Ankle Injuries

    Sports Related Foot and Ankle Injuries

    Injuries to the foot and ankle are common while playing sports such as football, hockey, skating and in weekend athletes.

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  • Ankle Sprain

    Ankle Sprain

    An ankle sprain is a common injury that occurs when you suddenly fall or twist the ankle joint, or when you land your foot in an...

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  • Ankle Tendonitis

    Ankle Tendonitis

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

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  • Stress Fractures of the Foot

    Stress Fractures of the Foot

    A stress fracture is described as a small crack in the bone which occurs from an overuse injury of a bone. It commonly develops in...

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  • Pediatric Foot Conditions

    Pediatric Foot Conditions

    Pediatric foot conditions refer to a wide range of foot disorders that may affect the muscles, tendons, and bones of the foot causing...

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  • Intoeing

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    Intoeing, also called “pigeon-toed”, is an abnormal condition characterized by the inward facing of the toe or foot instead of being straight.

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  • Out-toeing

    Out-toeing

    Out-toeing is an abnormal condition characterized by the toes or foot pointing in an outward direction rather than straight ahead...

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  • Gait Analysis

    Gait Analysis

    Gait analysis, also known as motion analysis, is a test to analyze how a patient walks and identify any unusual walking pattern.

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