Ankle and Foot Injuries

Achilles tendonitis and tendinosis cause heel pain and weakness, often confused with retrocalcaneal and retroachilles bursitis symptoms.

Achilles tendonitis results from overuse or trauma, causing pain and swelling. Treat with rest, physiotherapy, and anti-inflammatory measures.

Stress fractures are small, microscopic cracks in bone that commonly occur in the feet. Foot stress fractures are often caused by overuse injuries in sports, such as soccer or dance.

Ankle strains and sprains affect various muscles and ligaments, impacting the ankle's strength, flexibility, and range of motion.

Diagnose ankle sprains and strains through exams, imaging, and history for accurate treatment.

Risk factors for ankle sprains and strains include prior injuries, improper footwear, uneven surfaces, and participation in high-impact sports.

Identify ankle sprain signs: pain, swelling, bruising, limited movement. Seek prompt medical attention for accurate diagnosis and care.

Treat ankle sprains and strains with R.I.C.E. (rest, ice, compression, elevation), pain relievers, and physical therapy for optimal recovery.

Intense workouts, tight calf muscles, pronation, certain antibiotics, and sports like track and soccer elevate the risk of Achilles tendon injuries.

Foot stress fractures result from repetitive impact and overuse, common in athletes and those with sudden increases in physical activity.

Diagnosing a foot stress fracture involves imaging like X-rays or MRI, along with a thorough examination of symptoms and medical history.

Diagnose Achilles pain through physical examination, imaging, and medical history for accurate assessment and effective treatment planning.

Turf toe diagnosis involves physical examination and imaging to assess metatarsophalangeal joint sprain severity.

Foot stress fractures usually heal with RICE and pain medications. Recovery involves modifying workouts and ensuring ample rest.

Heel pain can result from either heel spurs or plantar fasciitis, both causing discomfort and often requiring specific treatments.

Plantar fasciitis treatments: nonsurgical options (rest, stretching), surgical interventions, and minimally invasive procedures address heel pain effectively.

Plantar fasciitis diagnosis involves a physical exam and may include imaging like x-rays or MRI to assess heel pain and rule out other conditions.

Risk factors for plantar fasciitis include age, obesity, excessive standing, high-impact activities, and foot mechanics issues like high arches or flat feet.

Plantar fasciitis symptoms manifest as morning heel pain, worsened by inactivity, caused by inflammation and strain.

Initial plantar fasciitis treatment includes rest, ice, stretching, and over-the-counter pain relief. Proper footwear and orthotics can aid recovery.

Plantar fasciitis injections and prolotherapy provide relief by reducing inflammation and promoting tissue healing.

Foot stress fracture symptoms include pain, swelling, and possible bruising, aggravated by weight-bearing activities.

Heel spur syndrome and insertional Achilles tendonitis are painful conditions linked to bone spurs in different foot locations.

Turf toe is caused by hyperextension of the big toe, common in athletes. Risk factors include playing on artificial turf surfaces.

Turf toe is a sprain to the metatarsophalangeal joint (MTP), the big toe's largest joint connecting the toe's first bone and the foot's first long bone.

Turf toe symptoms include pain, swelling, and limited motion in the big toe joint due to a metatarsophalangeal sprain, common in athletes.

Turf toe treatment includes rest, ice, compression, elevation (RICE), pain management, and, in severe cases, may involve bracing or surgery.

Plantar fasciitis is heel pain caused by inflammation of the plantar fascia, a tissue connecting the heel bone to the toes, often triggered by overuse or strain.