Foot & Ankle
The foot and ankle supports the entire weight of the body with every step you take. Foot and ankle injuries are common among athletes, non-athletes, children and adults alike. Factors that may contribute to foot and ankle problems may include poorly-fitted shoes, wear and tear, overuse, injury, inflammation, obesity, acute or sudden injury and degenerative ailments that create pain and limit range of motion. Foot and ankle pain can result from these common conditions:
- Ankle Instability
- Peroneal tendon tear
- Ligament sprain or tear
- Sub-talar arthritis or instability
- Tarsal tunnel syndrome
- Plantar fasciitis
- Bunions
- Arthritis of the ankle joint
- Foot & ankle fractures
Our patient centred approach will get you back on your feet as soon as possible. Treatments for foot and ankle injuries vary depending on the condition. These treatments include:
- Rest
- Footwear Modifications, Orthotics, Braces
- Ice & Heat
- Stretching
- Physical Therapy
- Anti-Inflammatory Medication
- PRP Injection Therapy
- Surgery
Specific surgical procedures are described in more detail in the Patient Education Library.
Procedures:
- Ankle Ligament Reconstruction
- Arthroscopic Ankle Debridement
- Arthroscopic/Open Fusion
- Arthroscopic Subtalar Debridement
- Bunionectomy
- Calcaneal Fracture Fixation
- First Metatarsal Fusion
- Flatfoot Reconstruction
- Ganglion Cyst Excision
- Lisfranc Fracture Fixation/Repair
- Metatarsal Fracture Fixation
- Midfoot Fusion
- Neuroma Excision
- Peroneal Tendon Debridement/Transfer
- Plantar Fascia Release
- Subtalar Fusion
- Talar Fracture Fixation
- Triple Arthrodesis