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Custom-Made Foot Orthotics

What Are Custom-Made Foot Orthotics? Custom-made foot orthotics are specialized inserts crafted to address specific foot-related issues. These orthotics are designed based on a thorough assessment of your foot’s structure, gait, and any existing conditions. Unlike generic over-the-counter inserts, custom orthotics are personalized to your exact needs, ensuring optimal support and comfort. The Process of […]

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Onychomycosis

Onychomycosis Onychomycosis is a progressive, recurring fungal infection that originates in the nail bed and may account, directly and indirectly, for up to 50% of all toenail abnormalities. Usually, the entry is between the hyponychium and the nail plate. The infection progresses to the nail, resulting in the typical appearance of yellowing and thickening of

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Acute Subluxation/Dislocation of the Peroneal Tendons

            The peroneal tendon complex is formed by the tendons of peroneus longus and peroneus brevis. The primary restraint to tendon subluxation is the superior peroneal retinaculum. Acute subluxation usually occurs while the foot is dorsiflexed with the peroneal muscles strongly contracted. Acute dislocation of the peroneal tendons is often misdiagnosed as an ankle sprain

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Diabetic foot osteomyelitis

Diabetic foot osteomyelitis often leads to amputations in the lower extremity. Data on the influence of the initial anatomical diabetic foot osteomyelitis localization on ultimate major amputation are limited. Besides advanced ischemia, chronic osteomyelitis of the lower extremity is a frequent problem in patients with longstanding diabetes mellitus and a leading cause of lower extremity

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Fractures of the foot digits(toes)

Fractures of the toe represent the most common fracture of the forefoot. Digital(toe) injuries most commonly occur from direct trauma. Axial force, crushing, or joint hyperflexion can result in a phalangeal fracture. The mechanism of injury can range from low-energy trauma to high- energy and direct force impact. Forefoot fractures include a variety of clinical

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Onychogryphosis

Onychogryphosis (also known as ram’s horn nails) is gross thickening and hardening of a nail, which becomes elongated, curved, and deformed. Onychogryphotic nails are characterized by hypertrophic, hyperkeratotic nail plate thickening with increased discoloration, and a loss of translucency. The terms oyster-like, claw, or ram’s horn nails have been used to describe this deformity. The

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