Bunions are progressive bone deformities of the foot that often cause recurring or chronic inflammation, irritation, and pain that require surgical correction. Surgical removal of a bunion is called a bunionectomy. However, there are multiple types of bunionectomies, each designed to resolve different structural changes caused by the deformity. Bunion surgeries fall into two major categories: ...
Ankle surgery may be required to correct a serious deformity of the ankle and its bone structure. Injury (such as a fracture), birth defects, or changes throughout the course of life are the usual culprits. Diseases, such as diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, and neuromuscular conditions, may cause severe foot and ankle deformities that, over time, cause ...
Bunions are progressive bone deformities of the foot that often cause recurring or chronic inflammation, irritation, and pain that require surgical correction. Surgical removal of a bunion is called a bunionectomy. However, there are multiple types of bunionectomies, each designed to resolve different structural changes caused by the deformity. Bunion surgeries fall into two major categories: ...
People with diabetes suffer from two serious causes of foot problems: nerve damage and poor blood flow from high blood glucose. These two combined together may cause problems that could result in amputation of a foot or leg if not treated. Nerve Damage Nerve damage, called Diabetic Neuropathy, can cause lack of feeling (pain, heat, ...