Hallux varus is a condition characterized by medial deviation of the great toe at the metatarsophalangeal (MTP) joint. Hallux varus is a disorder characterized...
G is for the Gastrocnemius muscle
The gastrocnemius is the main muscle of the calf of the leg, that flexes the knee and foot. The gastrocnemius muscle is a prominent...
F is for Festinating Gait
A Festinating gait is typicaly associated with parkinsonism and is described as taking rapid, small steps, which are done in an attempt to keep...
D is for the Deltoid ligament
The deltoid ligament or the medial ligament of ankle joint is a strong, flat and triangular band made up of 4 ligaments that form...
B is for Blacks File
A blacks file is a hand held tool that has a small rasp at it end. It is used in the nail sulcus to...
A is for the ABI
The ABI is the ankle brachial index is a non-invasive measure used to assess the blood flow in the arteries of the legs and...
P is for Pregnancy
Over 50% of those who become pregnant experience foot pain. Pregnant women often experience foot pain due to a combination of physical and hormonal...
Z is for Zadek’s procedure
Zadek’s procedure is the removal of the whole toenail and then cutting away the nail matrix in cases of ingrown toenails.
Y is for Yellow nail syndrome
Yellow nail syndrome is a rare syndrome of pleural effusions, lymphedema and yellow dystrophic nails. Yellow nail syndrome (YNS) is a rare medical condition...