The foot and ankle contain 26 bones and 33 joints and over a hundred muscles, tendons,and ligaments. The foot is capable of bearing the weight of an entire body and supports the mechanism of walking, running, and jumping. However, the ease with which we are able to go about our daily activities is compromised if there is a deformity or misalignment in the structure of our feet and/or ankle. In order to get mobility back and to alleviate the pain, one must know the deformities of the feet and ankles and the treatment options available.
As foot and ankle deformities have a reason for developing, one is able to identify possible causes.
Congenital Factors : Deformities that one is able to see from birth. Examples would include deformities of the foot and ankle that are due to development of the fetus, such as clubfoot.
Trauma and Injuries : Fractures, severe sprains of the ankle and foot, and injuries from activities that develop inflammation can change the anatomy of the foot over time.
Degenerative Diseases : As protective cartilage is broken down due to arthritis, the joints of the foot and ankle are shifted from their anatomical positions.
While the main indicator of foot and ankle deformities is the ease with which one is able to see them, there are many other lesser symptoms that are still important to recognize and should not be ignored:
Persistent Pain : Localized pain and a dull aching feeling that is deep and increases with weight-bearing activities.
Altered Gait : This includes an unsteady walking pattern, difficulties with balance, and uneven shoe wear.
Swelling and Stiffness : This includes chronic swelling and a reduced range of movement in the affected joint.
Calluses and Corns : These develop as a result of pressure where skin rubs against shoes.
If you have noticed any of the above on a regular basis, you should visit an ankle pain specialist, as this can potentially prevent worsening complications in the knees, hips, and lower back.
If a foot or ankle deformity is left untreated, there is a greater likelihood of increased degeneration of the joints and a decrease in the quality of life. Seeking early medical solutions can allow greater mobility in both the walking and running senses. If chronic foot or ankle structural concerns are affecting you or someone you love, then a multisystem specialist with a focus on rehabilitation will be able to help you to restore a healthier, more pain-free, more functional foot.
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Medicare Hospital
4/5, Old Palasia, Ravindra Nagar, Indore, Madhya Pradesh 452018
Aarambh Clinic
25 DF scheme no 74 niranjanpur road
near brilliant convention center and Karnataka bank, Indore (M.P.) - 452010
