Your foot is an intricately designed part of the body. Tendons and ligaments can become easily damaged, causing severe pain. Ligaments connect bones to bones, and tendons connect muscles to bones. Foot tendon surgery is a common occurrence here at District Foot & Ankle. Depending on the problem, there are different types of surgery. Achilles … Read more
Tendons are necessary to help the muscles move and work the way they should. Extreme force and repetitive movements can cause injury. Tendonitis is one of the main issues. When tendonitis occurs, the tissue is flooded with blood and brings inflammation. Extreme inflammation causes a lot of pain. District Foot & Ankle has tendonitis treatment … Read more
…and why you should be evaluated by a foot doctor! There are many causes of heel pain and the most common diagnosis is plantar fasciitis. The plantar fascia is a very strong ligament on the bottom of the foot that attaches from the heel to the toes. For many reason, such as wearing the wrong … Read more
If you are experiencing inner ankle pain, it could be your posterior tibial tendon. When it becomes damaged, it can cause sharp pains in your inner ankle or your arch. It can also feel like it is popping and be sore when you touch it. These are all signs of posterior tibial tendonitis. It commonly … Read more
What are the peroneal tendons, and why do they matter? These tendons provide support and are on the outside of your ankle. They are behind your fibula. When they swell and thicken, it is known as peroneal tendinosis. What Causes Peroneal Tendinosis? Overuse, particularly by repetitive activity, is the most common reason for flare-ups. Other … Read more