The heel or sole of the foot can experience pain and discomfort due to the common foot condition known as plantar fasciitis. The plantar fascia, a thick band of tissue that runs along the sole of the foot and connects the heel bone to the toes, is typically the source of the plantar fasciitis due …
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Ankle Strengthening: The foundation of the human body is made up of sturdy ankles. Our ankle health is mostly governed by three requirements. The first is being able to balance on one leg. You wouldn’t even be able to run if you couldn’t balance and support yourself on one leg. Effective impact force absorption is …
What is a heel spur? A Heel spur, often known as a calcaneal spur, is a bony protrusion that originates on the heel bone. Calcaneal spurs can occur at the back of the heel (dorsal heel spur) or under the sole of the foot (plantar heel spur). Dorsal spurs are frequently connected with Achilles Tendinopathy, …
What is Fat Pad Syndrome? Heel Fat Pad Syndrome (HFPS), also known as Fat Pad Atrophy, is a syndrome caused by changes in the elasticity and/or thickness of the heel fat pad. This is frequently caused by wear and tear of the fatty tissues and muscle fibers that comprise the heel pads, resulting in heel …
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What is Baxter’s nerve entrapment? Baxter’s nerve entrapment is a heel pain condition caused by entrapment of the inferior calcaneal nerve, also commonly known as “Baxter’s nerve”. Baxter’s nerve entrapment causes up to 20% of cases of chronic heel pain. However, it’s an often-overlooked source of heel pain. Baxter’s nerve also known as the inferior …
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WHAT IS TARSAL TUNNEL SYNDROME: Tarsal tunnel syndrome (TTS) is a posterior tibial nerve compression neuropathy. Symptoms include pain spreading into the foot, which is generally exacerbated by walking. There is also weakness and atrophy of the small foot muscles, as well as loss of foot sensation. CAUSES: Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome is caused by any …
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What is Morton Neuroma? Morton Neuroma is a disorder involving the common plantar digital nerves that is produced by entrapment of the enlarged nerve and repetitive traction beneath the deep transverse metatarsal ligament, resulting in epineural and perineural fibrous overgrowth. In layman’s words, it is the swelling and inflammation of the nerve. Most commonly, a …
What is Metatarsalgia? General pain in the ball of the foot at the metatarsal head is known as metatarsalgia. Deformity and discomfort can impair gait function and reduce the quality of life. It affects the metatarsals, which are the bones that link the ankle bones to the toes. They are a common source of pain …
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WHAT IS HAMMERTOE? The most common abnormality of the second, third, or fourth toe is the hammertoe or claw toe. It is a toe with an unnatural bend in its middle joint, causing the toe to bend downward and resemble a hammer. This deformity is distinguished by the toe bending or curling downward instead of …
What is Haglunds Deformity? An anomaly of the bone and soft tissues in the foot known as Haglunds deformity is characterized by an expansion of the bony portion of the heel where the Achilles tendon inserts. Running, walking, and even wearing specific types of shoes might become uncomfortable. The tendon may thicken first, causing Achilles …
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