Foot & Ankle Conditions

Clear, medically accurate guides to every common foot and ankle condition — written for patients, not physicians.

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Plantar Fasciitis
The most common cause of heel pain. Sharp morning pain that eases after a few steps.
2M cases/yr90% resolve without surgery
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Heel Pain
A symptom with many causes. Getting the right diagnosis first is everything.
10% of adults15+ possible causes
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Bunions
Progressive but very treatable — especially when caught early.
23% of adults64% managed without surgery
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Diabetic Foot Care
Critical preventive care. Annual exams prevent amputations.
34M diabetics in USCovered by Medicare
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Custom Orthotics
Prescription insoles that correct your biomechanics. Far better than OTC options.
Usually coveredLast 3-5 years
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Achilles Tendonitis
Inflammation of the body's largest tendon. Common in runners and active adults.
90% success with PT6-12 week recovery
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Ankle Sprains
25,000 happen daily. Most are undertreated and lead to chronic instability.
Most common sports injury3 grades of severity
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Sports Injuries
Foot and ankle injuries account for 25% of all sports injuries.
All sports & levelsReturn-to-sport protocols
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Hammertoes
Toes that curl downward. Treatable without surgery when caught early.
Common in womenFlexible vs rigid
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Ingrown Toenails
Painful and easily infected. Permanent in-office fix takes 15 minutes.
5% recurrenceSame-day treatment
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