A Comprehensive Overview of Medical Conditions Affecting the Hindfoot in Orthopaedics
By COFAI • August 14, 2024 • Comments Off on A Comprehensive Overview of Medical Conditions Affecting the Hindfoot in Orthopaedics
The hindfoot, encompassing the talus and calcaneus, is a critical component of the foot’s anatomy, playing a pivotal role in weight-bearing, balance, and locomotion. Several medical conditions can adversely affect the hindfoot, leading to pain, dysfunction, and mobility issues. This article provides an in-depth examination of common hindfoot conditions, along with treatment options, including surgical […]
Knee Arthritis
By COFAI • February 11, 2021 • Comments Off on Knee Arthritis
WHAT IS IT? The knee is the largest and strongest joint in our body. Arthritis refers to inflammation of the joints. This inflammation occurs due to continuous wear and tear of cartilage surrounding these joints. Knee arthritis is a type of arthritis of the knee. The knee can be affected by many forms of arthritis […]
Meniscal Knee Injury
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WHAT IS IT? One of the most common injuries is a torn meniscus. The meniscus is a piece of cartilage located in the knee whose key function is to stabilize the joint. A torn meniscus can happen easily with just a strong twist about this joint. This injury is frequently seen in football, volleyball and […]
ACL Knee Injury
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WHAT IS IT? By definition, ACL stands for anterior cruciate ligament. An ACL knee injury occurs when this ligament of the knee becomes torn or sprained. This is one of the major ligaments of the knee. It is usually caused by sporting activities that involve sudden changes in flexion of the knee. HOW IS IT […]
Lumbar Spondylosis
By COFAI • February 10, 2021 • Comments Off on Lumbar Spondylosis
WHAT IS IT? As we age our bodies grow older, that’s life! Gaining an understanding of these changes that occur in our spinal column, can give us a vivid picture of why we have pain. Lumbar spondylosis is caused by degenerative changes to our spine over time. It is also referred to as spinal osteoarthritis […]
WHAT IS IT? Our spinal discs are cushioned securely between vertebrae that run along the middle of our backs. These rubbery discs comprise of a tough exterior and a soft gel-like center. A true herniated disc occurs when this soft ‘gel’ pushes out through a crack in the tough exterior causing it to rupture. It […]
Haglunds Deformity
By COFAI • January 18, 2021 • Comments Off on Haglunds Deformity
WHAT IS IT? Haglunds deformity is an abnormality of the foot that occurs on the back of the heel. It forms at that point where the Achilles tendon attaches to the heel bone. It is the soft tissue near this tendon that becomes irritated (usually when wearing tightly fitting shoes) causing inflammation at the site, […]
ARTHRITIS OF THE GREAT TOE/1ST MTP JOINT ARTHRITIS
By COFAI • September 19, 2018 • Comments Off on ARTHRITIS OF THE GREAT TOE/1ST MTP JOINT ARTHRITIS
What is it? As the name implies it is a condition characterized by destruction of the cartilage in the joint of the great toe. It usually occurs in the older age group unless patients had a history of trauma or infection at an early age. How does it present? It can occur in patients who […]
What is it? This is a painful condition occurring at the ball of the forefoot in which the patient experiences pain while weightbearing. There is often calluses under the foot as a result of excessive pressure on these areas. Sometimes ulceration may occur if the condition is long standing. What causes it? It often […]
TAILOR’S BUNION/ BUNIONETTE DEFORMITY
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What is it? This is just like a Bunion except it occurs on the baby toe. It presents as a bump over the joint of the little toe which can become very painful especially when wearing closed footwear. What Causes it? The cause is often due to a weakness in the structures that stabilize the […]