H is for Hallux varus

Hallux varus is a condition characterized by medial deviation of the great toe at the metatarsophalangeal (MTP) joint. Hallux varus is a disorder characterized...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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P is for Pregnancy

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Over 50% of those who become pregnant experience foot pain. Pregnant women often experience foot pain due to a combination of physical and hormonal...

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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.

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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...

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