Enthesitis is an inflammation of the insertion of ligaments and tendons. Enthesitis is a condition characterized by inflammation at the site where tendons or...
G is for Geriatrics
Geriatrics is the study of and care of the older population. Geriatrics and gerontology are two distinct but related fields that focus on the...
F is for FIP
The FIP is the Federation Internationale des Podologues / International Federation of Podiatrists, the international peak organization for Podiatry. The International Federation of Podiatrists...
F is for flatfoot
Flatfoot is not a very good term as there is a lot more to it than just a flattening of the foot. Overpronation is...
D is for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy
Duchenne’s Muscular Dystrophy is a neuromuscular condition that commonly starts a proximal muscle weakness. Gowers sign is common. Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) is a...
D is for Diabetes Mellitus
Diabetes mellitus is condition of sugar metabolism that complicates a lot of conditions of the foot. Diabetes mellitus is a chronic medical condition characterized...
D is for deep vein thrombosis
A deep vein thrombosis is clot that can develop in the calf muscles. Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a medical condition characterized by the...
C is for Compartment Syndrome
Compartment syndrome is a condition in which the fascia is around the muscle is tight and muscle activity produces pain. Compartment syndrome in the...