Endoscopic Plantar Fasciotomy (EPF) Endoscopic Plantar Fasciotomy (EPF) Plantar fasciitis is a painful condition that frequently affects people of all ages. This condition comes from inflammation of a tissue called fascia, which is a band-like tissue structure in the body. The plantar fascia connects from the heel of the foot to the base of the […]
Category Archives: Ankle & Lower Leg
Excision of Soft Tissue Masses Excision of Soft Tissue Masses Excision of soft tissue masses is a medical procedure to remove growths that develop under the skin. Also referred to as tumors or cysts, soft tissue masses expand under the skin and push outward, generally producing a visible bump. Soft tissue masses are generally benign […]
Diabetic Foot Diabetic Foot For many people with diabetes, they have a lot to worry about. Balancing blood sugars, taking medications, and watching what you eat can be overwhelming. Unfortunately, people who do not treat or care for their diabetes may find themselves dealing with the consequences of uncontrolled diabetes. One of the most common […]
Fracture of the Talus Overview This condition occurs when the talus, a bone that connects the foot and ankle, develops a fracture from a severe impact or fall. The talus is an important bone of the foot, as it aids in walking on uneven ground and in weight transfer across the ankle joint. Causes The […]
High Ankle Sprain (Syndesmosis Ligament Injury) Overview This condition is a sprain of one or more of the ligaments that hold the tibia and fibula together at the ankle. This joint, called the ankle syndesmosis, is made up of ligaments on the front and rear of the ankle, and in the space between the tibia […]
MTP Synovitis (Capsulitis) Overview This condition is a sharp or aching pain in the ball of the foot that is most often centered beneath the base of the second toe. This pain is an indication that the bone at the base of the toe, called the proximal phalanx, is beginning to separate from the long […]
Osteochondral Injuries of the Talus Overview The talus, lined with articular cartilage, connects to the tibia and fibula to make up the ankle joint. An osteochondral injury occurs when the talus and/or surrounding cartilage is bruised, fractured, or chipped from an injury. Causes If the talus strikes the tibia or fibula during the twisting motion […]
Peroneal Tendon Tears Overview This condition is a tearing of one or both peroneal tendons, which travel down the lower leg, behind the lateral malleolus and along the outer side of the ankle. Causes Peroneal tendon tears can occur during athletic activities such as running or jumping that place stress on the ankle. They can […]
Peroneal Tendonitis Overview This condition is an inflammation of one or both peroneal tendons, which travel down the lower leg, behind the lateral malleolus and along the outer side of the ankle. Causes Peroneal tendonitis results from overuse, and often affects athletes who run and jump. It can also be caused by a sprain or […]
Pilon Fractures Overview This injury is a fracture at the base of the tibia (the largest of the two bones in the lower leg). Pilon fractures involve the weight-bearing surface of the tibia, and typically occur just above the ankle. In many cases, when the tibia is fractured, the thinner bone in the lower leg […]