Foot and Ankle
The alignment of the leg is such that the weight passes from the centre of the hip, through the centre of the knee, and into the centre of the ankle. Anything which changes this alignment will alter the way the ankle is loaded and cause it to wear unevenly, and more quickly.
Often occurring foot and ankle diseases, injuries and problems include:
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Adult Acquired Flatfoot
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Diabetic Foot
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Morton’s Neuroma
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Sesamoids
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Plantar Fibroma
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Ingrown Toenail
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Stiff Big Toe (Hallux Rigidus)
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Bunions (Hallux Valgus)
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Navicular Problems
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Plantar Fasciitis and Bone Spurs
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Arthritis
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Haglund’s Deformity
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Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome
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Osteochondritis Dissecans (OCD)
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OS Trigonum Syndrome
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Sprained Ankle
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Heel Pain
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Achilles Tendonitis
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Peroneal Tendon Problems
Our specialists can offer a wide range of foot and ankle treatments to help patients. Some of the most often performed treatments include:
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Arthrodesis (Foot and Ankle Fusion)
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Lapidus procedure for Curly Toes
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Hammer Toe
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Claw Tie
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Minimally Invasive Chevron and Akin (MICA)
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Posterior Tibial Tendon Dysfunction
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Ankle Replacement (Arthroplasty)
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Achilles Rupture
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Minimally Invasive Surgery (MIS)
If you have any of the above mentioned problems, we recommend you one of our consultants for further information, professional advice and a suitable treatment for you.