Foot & Ankle

The foot and ankle are a complex joint involved in movement and providing stability and balance to the body. The foot and ankle consist of 26 bones, 33 joints, and many muscles, tendons and ligaments.

The Achilles tendon is a strong, fibrous cord present behind the ankle that connects the calf muscles to the heel bone.

A bunion is a bony protuberance that appears on the outer surface of the big toe when it angles toward the adjacent toe. It is an extra bone and a fluid-filled sac that grows at the base of the big toe.

Hallux rigidus is an arthritic condition characterised by stiffness and rigidity of the big toe. Arthritis of the foot commonly occurs at the big toe base. The condition can be quite painful as the big toe has to bend with every step you take.

Lesser toes, also called as smaller toes, are those other than the big toe in your foot.

Plantar fasciitis refers to inflammation of the plantar fascia, a thick band of tissue that is present at the bottom of the foot.

Achilles tendon bursitis or retrocalcaneal bursitis is a condition that commonly occurs in athletes.

Sports injuries occur when playing indoor or outdoor sports or while exercising.