Lesser Toe Deformity
Orthopaedics 360 “A Place to Learn” The lesser toes represent the 2nd to 5th toes. Each toe is comprised of a long metatarsal bone, and three smaller bones called the phalanx. There are three joints in each of the toes. The MTP,PIP, and DIP joints. An...
Metatarsalgia
Orthopaedics 360 “A Place to Learn” Metatarsalgia is an umbrella term that is used to describe ball of foot pain. Many different conditions can result in pain in this location. The metatarsals are long bones in the foot that are designed to allow an even...
Plantar Fasciitis
Orthopaedics 360 “A Place to Learn” Plantar fasciitis is a common condition resulting in chronic heel pain. The condition represents irritation / inflammation of the plantar fascia. With progression, tears in the plantar fascia may develop. Plantar...