Deformed foot: when walking becomes a problem
A deformed foot is not just a cosmetic issue: bunions, hammer toes, flat or cavus feet change the way you walk. The causes and how each deformity is treated.
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Foot and ankle health guides by Dr. Luigi Manzi: bunions, heel pain, the Achilles tendon and minimally invasive foot surgery.
Bones of the Foot and Ankle: Everything You Need to Know
The foot has 26 bones and the ankle three more. Their names, how they are grouped into tarsals, metatarsals and phalanges, and the injuries that affect them.
How much does bunion surgery cost and what you need to know before deciding?
Bunion surgery cost depends on the technique, the clinic and what the fee includes. What to ask before deciding, and how minimally invasive surgery compares.
Morton's Neuritis: When the Foot Puts the Toes to Sleep
Morton's neuritis is inflammation of the nerve between the toes, usually the third and fourth. The symptoms, why the toes go numb and how it is treated.
Cervical neuroma: symptoms, diagnosis, and when to worry
A cervical neuroma is a benign tumor of a nerve in the neck that can cause pain, tingling or weakness in the arms. The symptoms and when to worry.
Haglund's disease pain: when the heel "plays up"
Haglund's disease pain is felt at the back of the heel, where the shoe rubs. Why it happens, how to ease it and when to see a doctor.
Sore Feet Upon Waking: Why It Happens and What to Do
Sore feet when you wake up, with pain as soon as you stand, are often a sign of plantar fasciitis. The causes, what helps and when to see a doctor.
Percutaneous bunion surgery: when small gestures make a big difference
Percutaneous bunion surgery corrects hallux valgus through incisions of a few millimeters, with no open wound. How it works, who is eligible and the recovery.
Heel anatomy: what you need to know to understand your pain
The heel consists of the calcaneus, the Achilles tendon, the plantar fascia and a fat pad. Knowing its anatomy helps explain where heel pain comes from.
Heel injections: when pain becomes a real problem
Heel injections, usually corticosteroid, are used when plantar fasciitis or heel spur pain resists other treatments. When they are indicated and the risks.
Ankle Infection: When to Really Worry
An ankle infection can affect the skin, the joint or the bone, and is often mistaken for a simple bump or sprain. The warning signs and when to see a doctor.
First ray valgus: when the big toe goes the wrong way
First ray valgus is the outward deviation of the big toe and its metatarsal, the basis of a bunion. What it means, the symptoms and how it is corrected.