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Minimally invasive Achilles repair may effectively reduce complications in patients with Achilles insertional tendinopathy vs. open repair, according to data presented at the American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society Annual Meeting.

Heel pain causes a throbbing, aching, burning, or stabbing sensation in the back or bottom of the foot. This type of pain is a common complaint for people of all ages and activity levels. In fact, heel pain makes up over two million visits to the doctor's

The best treatment for plantar fasciitis depends on the severity of your condition. Options can include home remedies, medications, physical therapy, and, less commonly, surgery. People using nonsurgical treatments typically experience pain resolution wit

You may be surprised to learn that your forefoot carries and balances nearly half of the body's total weight, and is designed to handle significant force and wear-and-tear.

Many different health conditions can cause limping (antalgic gait) when you walk. This can include acute injuries as well as gradually progressing medical concerns. Paying closer attention to when the limping occurs and any symptoms that accompany it can

Patients who sustained Achilles tendon ruptures while playing pickleball benefit from surgical fixation, according to data presented at the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine Annual Meeting.

Athlete's foot (tinea pedis) is a common fungal infection of the feet. It is often found between the toes and on the soles of the feet.Fortunately, many home remedies and antifungals treat it. Some are stronger and work faster than others, with antifungal

Your plantar fascia is a tight, thick tissue that connects your heel bone to your toes. Plantar fasciitis occurs when the plantar fascia becomes inflamed or irritated, resulting in a sharp or dull pain felt at the bottom of the heel.1 This can be caused b

Imagine needing a plumber to reconnect ultra?tiny pipes in your hand?a job so delicate that only a specially trained mechanic can handle it. That?s what microsurgery is all about: using a microscope and ultra-fine tools to stitch together blood vessels an

Your forearm is the part of your arm that extends from your elbow to your wrist.The most common causes of forearm pain are sudden or repetitive injuries to muscles, ligaments, nerves, joints, or bones in the arm. Sometimes, forearm pain is a sign of an un