Foot and Ankle Orthopaedic Surgeons have the training and expertise to treat a wide variety of foot and ankle conditions, including chronic conditions that may cause persistent pain and discomfort. Browse the topics below and consult with a foot and ankle orthopaedic surgeon in your area to discuss your treatment options.
Ankle & Foot Arthritis
A broad term for conditions that destroy the workings of a normal joint, often leading to pain and stiffness
Big Toe Arthritis
Arthritis of the joint at the base of the big toe; the most common arthritic condition of the foot
Bunions
A swollen, sore bump on the joint that connects your big toe to your foot
Morton's Neuroma
A thickening of the tissue that surrounds the small nerve leading to the toes
Plantar Fasciitis
An inflammation of the plantar fascia that leads to severe pain in the heel of your foot
Plantar Fibroma
A benign (non-cancerous) nodule that grows in the arch of the foot and usually appears between ages 20 and 60
TREATMENTS & HELPFUL RESOURCES
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