Did you know the foot has 26 bones, 33 joints, 107 ligaments, 19 muscles, and numerous tendons? These parts all work together to allow the foot to move in a variety of ways while balancing your weight and propelling you forward or backward on even or uneven surfaces. It is no wonder that 75 percent of all Americans will experience foot problems at one point or another in their lifetimes.

Orthopaedic surgery of the foot is surgery performed on the foot, ankle, or lower leg by highly qualified orthopaedic surgeons who are trained specifically to deal with these problems. The problems may result from birth defects, heredity, trauma, arthritis, physical stress, improper shoes, muscle and joint imbalances, and even the hard surfaces on which you walk.

Orthopaedic surgery differs from other surgical procedures because of the special characteristics and functions of the lower extremity. In addition to supporting your weight, the foot is subjected to repeated abuse with each step. Preserving the best function possible is the goal of orthopaedic surgery.

• Repair of Neuromas
• Hammer toe and spur correction
• Arthroscopy of the ankle
• Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome
• Ligament repair
• Ankle arthritis
• Ankle fractures repair
• Painful bunions
• Failed surgical procedures of foot/ankle
• Reconstructive techniques following trauma
• Deformities due to rheumatoid arthritis
• Runners injuries/orthotics
• Diabetic foot care

Contact us if you think an examination by one of our orthopaedic surgeons can help you to get on the road to recovery.

For an appointment with one of our surgeons, call 518.453.9088.