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Advances catalyze minimally invasive foot, ankle surgery
Although minimally invasive surgery for the foot and ankle has been around for decades, improvements in tools, implants and surgical training combined with a growing body of literature have inspired renewed popularity of these surgeries.
How a Stress Fracture in the Foot Feels
A stress fracture in the foot can be painful, especially when the foot bears weight. Stress fractures happen when muscles become fatigued and are unable to absorb shock, such as when your foot hits the pavement while running. Instead, this shock is transferred to the bone, eventually causing tiny cracks called stress fractures.
7 Exercises for Bunions and Pain
Exercises for bunions and pain can help prevent or slow bunion development or progression by reducing pressure on the metatarsophalangeal (MTP) joint and strengthening the toe and foot muscles. Bunion self-care and stretches for bunion symptom relief can be used for mild to moderate bunions.
Common Causes of Foot Pain
There are many different causes of foot pain—including plantar fasciitis, bunions, arthritis, and tarsal tunnel syndrome—each of which requires different treatments. Some of these conditions affect the bones and joints of the feet, while others involve nerves and connective tissues like ligaments and tendons.
Postoperative complications do not differ with obesity in ankle arthroplasty
For patients undergoing total ankle arthroplasty (TAA), the impact of obesity on outcomes is unclear, according to two studies recently published in Foot & Ankle International.
Do the outcomes of MIS justify the learning curve vs. open foot and ankle procedures?
In the past decade, MIS foot and ankle procedures have undergone several advancements that make it an excellent option for various procedures.MIS has gained popularity for procedures such as bunions, calcaneal osteotomies, Charcot plantar cheilectomies, combined first metatarsophalangeal arthroscopy/MIS cheilectomies and lesser metatarsal osteotomies.
Younger vs. older patients exhibit worse outcomes after total ankle arthroplasty
Younger patients may have worse outcomes after total ankle arthroplasty compared with older patients.Higher rates of activity in younger patients may explain increased stress and loading on the prosthesis.
‘Quadrimalleolar’ fractures may represent large portion of ankle fractures
Anterior inferior tibiofibular ligament avulsions were identified in 18.2% of all ankle fractures.Overall, 44.6% of patients with trimalleolar fractures had anterior inferior tibiofibular ligament avulsions.
Best Home Remedies for Neuropathy in Feet
If you have pain, burning, numbness, or tingling in your toes, feet, or lower legs, you may have a condition called peripheral neuropathy. This condition is usually chronic and progressive and may be caused by a variety of problems. Peripheral neuropathy can be managed with a combination of self-care home treatments and medication.
How Bad Is It Really to Wear High Heels All the Time?
From classic pumps to skyscraper stilettos and strappy sandals, the right pair of heels can really elevate your outfit (get it?). But they're not exactly the most comfortable shoe out there. And if you wear them all the time, are heels bad for you?
