Freiberg’s disease can become a debilitating condition. If not treated properly, arthritic changes can occur at a young age. Freiberg’s disease is osteochondrosis (Avascular necrosis) of the metatarsal head that most often occurs in the second metatarsal head although it can happen to any metatarsal heads. It commonly presents in adolescence, with a 5:1 female:
Read moreFoot drop can be caused by a number of different conditions including stroke, cerebral palsy and nerve damage. A foot drop brace will often help the affected patient avoid surgery Foot drop is a condition in which the dropping of the forefoot occurs due to weakness or damage to the muscles and tendons at the front of
Read moreHow do i fix my bunion Genetics. There is now no question that you have inherited your bunions from one of your parents or grandparents. Tight footwear, such as high heels, may make things worse, but men also get this disorder and you rarely see men walking around in high heels! It’s interesting to
Read moreAn intermetatarsal bursitis is a common cause of foot pain that is reported in females more than males. The high incidence of bursitis is attributed mainly to the anatomy of the female foot as well as lifestyle choices such as the prolonged use of higher heeled shoes or long hours of standing in occupations such as the
Read moreMorton’s Neuroma surgery is an excellent option for people who suffer from this debilitating condition, despite non-surgical treatments being unsuccessful. There are, however, certain risks that must be discussed with the patient if considering undergoing Morton’s Neuroma surgery. https://youtu.be/Hnf1p50ecZs Complications The good news is that complications following elective foot surgery are less than 3%. The
Read morePlantar fasciotomy procedure is a good option for those who continue to suffer from plantar fasciitis, despite efforts to treat the disorder with non-surgical methods. Because there are several potential causes of heel pain, it is important to have heel pain properly diagnosed. Dr Kim is able to distinguish between all the possibilities and determine
Read moreAn intermetatarsal bursitis is a common cause of foot pain that is reported in females more than males. The high incidence of bursitis is attributed mainly to the anatomy of the female foot as well as lifestyle choices such as the prolonged use of higher heeled shoes or long hours of standing in occupations such as the
Read moreIntermetatarsal bursitis is a common cause of foot pain that is reported in females more than males. This high incidence is attributed mainly to the anatomy of the female foot as well as lifestyle choices such as the prolonged use of higher heeled shoes or long hours of standing in occupations such as the retail industry. Unfortunately,
Read moreWhat is the best way to treat plantar warts? This depends on the individual, but one option is to excise them under local anaesthetic. You have probably tried pharmacy paints and ointments, “freezing” or “burning”. Nothing works as well as a number 15 scalpel blade. While some people may be put off by this thoughts, it works
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