Recovery from Achilles heel surgery: The complete guide
Achilles heel problems affect many people. In this article, we explore recovery after Achilles heel surgery and physical therapy.
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Foot and ankle health guides by Dr. Luigi Manzi: bunions, heel pain, the Achilles tendon and minimally invasive foot surgery.
Tibial tuberosity bone grafts: a solution for brachymetatarsia
Tibial tuberosity bone grafts for brachymetatarsia: bone taken from below the knee is used to lengthen the short metatarsal. How it works and the recovery.
From lasers to robotics: advanced technologies for surgical interventions for Haglund's disease
Haglund's disease causes heel pain; when creams and insoles aren't enough, it's time for advanced technologies, from lasers to robotics, to solve the problem.
Comparison of brachymetatarsia and hammertoe: surgical treatments
Brachymetatarsia and hammertoe look alike but have different causes: a short metatarsal versus a bent toe joint. How to tell them apart and treat them.
Reconstructive surgery of the Achilles heel: techniques and results
Reconstructive surgery of the Achilles heel repairs a torn or degenerated tendon with grafts or tendon transfers. The techniques, who needs it and recovery.
Brachymetatarsia: latest-generation drug therapies
Pharmacological therapies for brachymetatarsia: Despite modern advances, it is essential to understand the basics of traditional podiatric medicine.
Brachymetatarsia vs. equinus foot: diagnosis and treatment options
Brachymetatarsia and equinus foot are different conditions that can both alter gait. How each is diagnosed, how to tell them apart and the treatment options.
How to prevent plantar fasciitis
How to prevent plantar fasciitis: calf and fascia stretching, supportive shoes, a gradual return to activity and weight control. Habits that protect the heel.
Treatments for plantar fasciitis
Treatments for plantar fasciitis, from stretching, insoles and shockwave therapy to injections and, in resistant cases, surgery. What works at each stage.
Plantar Fasciitis: Everything You Need to Know
The foot has several components that make it one of the fundamental parts of the human body. The plantar fascia is one of the most important.
Preventing ankle problems
One of the fundamental parts of the human body is the ankle, therefore good prevention of ankle problems is necessary.
Ankle Prosthesis: What It Is, What It's Used For, and How Many Types Are There?
An ankle prosthesis replaces the worn joint surfaces in severe ankle arthritis when fusion is not the preferred option. What it is, who it suits and the types.