Post-Morton's Neuroma Surgery Shoes: What You Need to Know for Healthy Walking
Which shoes to wear after Morton's neuroma surgery: the post-op shoe in the early days, when to return to normal footwear and what to look for in a shoe.
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Foot and ankle health guides by Dr. Luigi Manzi: bunions, heel pain, the Achilles tendon and minimally invasive foot surgery.
Rehabilitation after Haglund's disease surgery: What to expect
Rehabilitation after Haglund's disease surgery: the phases of recovery, when you can put weight on the heel, the exercises that help and when to resume sport.
Achilles Tendon Rehabilitation: Everything You Need to Know to Get Back in Shape
Achilles tendon rehabilitation after injury or surgery: the stages, from gentle loading to eccentric exercises, how to return to running and common mistakes.
Hindfoot Varus: When the Heel “Looks Inside”
Have you ever noticed that your feet, or your child's, seem to "bend" inward? Hindfoot varus is a condition I see quite often in my office.
Heel X-ray: When is it needed and what does it tell us?
A heel X-ray is used to look for fractures, heel spurs, Haglund's deformity or signs of arthritis. When it is needed, what it shows and what it cannot show.
That pins-and-needles feeling under your feet: what it means and how to fix it.
Pins and needles under the feet can come from a compressed nerve, Morton's neuroma, neuropathy or poor circulation. The causes and how the tingling is treated.
Hallux Valgus Prosthesis: When the Foot Needs a "Hand"
A big toe prosthesis replaces the worn joint in advanced hallux rigidus or bunion with arthritis. When it is indicated and how it compares to fusion.
Swollen feet after bunion surgery: what's normal and what's not
Swelling after bunion surgery is normal in the days following the operation. Why it happens, how long it tends to last and how to manage recovery well.
Equinus foot in adults: when the heel doesn't touch the ground
Equinus foot in adults means the ankle cannot bend enough for the heel to reach the ground, forcing a tiptoe gait. The causes, symptoms and how it is treated.
Cavus equinus varus adductus supinated: when the foot has "too many problems at once"
A cavus equinus varus adductus supinated foot combines deformities: a high arch, a downward-pointing foot and a heel turned inward. Causes and treatment.
Cold Right Foot: When to Worry and What to Do
A cold right foot while the other feels normal can point to poor circulation or a nerve problem. The causes, the warning signs and when to see a doctor.
Tennis Foot: When the Heel Says "Enough"
Tennis foot is heel pain from repeated impact on hard courts, often plantar fasciitis or a bruised heel pad. The causes, how to recognize it and the treatment.