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What Is an Ankle Sprain?   An ankle sprain is an injury to one or more ligaments in the ankle, usually on the outside of the ankle. Ligaments are bands of tissue—like rubber bands—that connect one bone to another and bind the joints together. In the ankle joint, ligaments pr...
/conditions/ankle-sprain 8/6/2021 12:20:51 PM
Terms and Conditions The American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons ACFAS is providing on-line services on the Internet for the purpose of education, communication, and information and accepts no liability relative to the contents, accuracy or use of these services. ACFAS i...
/terms 6/9/2016 7:29:49 PM
Don’t Start off the School Year with Painful Feet Big Relief is in Sight for a Painful Big Toe Keep Your Feet Safe and Your Yard Clean
/newsletter-issues/2013/fall-2013 6/27/2016 5:31:09 PM
Don’t Ignore Your Kids’ Heel Pain Keep Your Ankles Safe from Fractures this Winter Season Keep Your Toes Toasty
/newsletter-issues/2011/winter-2011 6/27/2016 6:28:28 PM
Got Gout? Holiday Season Triggers Painful Toes Got gout? If so, watch what you eat and drink during this holiday season. Changes in diet, including overindulging in certain foods and beverages, can cause gout attacks this time of year. Gout attacks are extremely painful. ...
/article/got-gout-holiday-season-triggers-painful-toes 2/7/2017 4:54:07 PM
Articles by Type Narrow your foot and ankle health article search by selecting a category topic. Additional health information is available in the Foot and Ankle Conditions  section.    
/articles/categories 6/27/2017 2:23:45 PM
What Is the Achilles Tendon?   A tendon is a band of tissue that connects a muscle to a bone. The Achilles tendon runs down the back of the lower leg and connects the calf muscle to the heel bone. Also called the heel cord, the Achilles tendon facilitates walking by helping ...
/conditions/achilles-tendon-rupture 11/8/2017 2:45:10 PM
Calf pain can result from many different causes. Sometimes something as simple as overactivity causes muscle strain in the calf. Or dietary imbalances may cause cramping in the calf. However, calf pain may be a symptom of more serious problems as well. Poor blood flow to the...
/conditions/calf-pain 11/8/2017 2:45:24 PM
Smelly feet is a common condition in children and adults who wear shoes on a daily basis. People with smelly feet may also suffer from sweaty feet. Most people with this condition will have sweaty and smelly feet year round, not just in the hot summer months. The odor is pr...
/conditions/smelly-feet 11/8/2017 2:46:35 PM
Cold feet are most commonly a result of medical conditions that cause poor blood flow in the legs or feet, such as peripheral vascular disease (PVD), a blockage or narrowing of the arteries, Raynauds’s phenomenon (cold sensitivity that causes a spasm of the blood vessels) and...
/conditions/cold-feet 1/10/2018 11:21:15 AM
What Is a Puncture Wound? Puncture wounds are not the same as cuts. A puncture wound has a small entry hole caused by a pointed object, such as a nail that you have stepped on. In contrast, a cut is an open wound that produces a long tear in the skin. Puncture wounds require...
/conditions/puncture-wounds 1/10/2018 1:07:59 PM
Shin splints is a term to describe pain and swelling in the front of the lower legs. The pain usually appears after and is aggravated by repetitive activities, such as running or walking. Contributing causes are flat feet, calf tightness, improper training techniques, worn-ou...
/conditions/shin-splints 1/10/2018 1:33:21 PM
Synovitis is an inflammation of the tissues that line a joint. It is commonly associated with specific diseases, such as arthritis or gout, but it may also be the result of overuse or trauma. Symptoms of synovitis may include redness, swelling, warmth and pain with joint moti...
/conditions/synovitis 1/10/2018 1:53:45 PM
Tingly feet can be a sign of nerve loss. The nerves in the feet come from the lower back. Pressure or chemical change in the nerve can cause a tingling sensation in the feet. Any sensation that is out of the ordinary can be an early sign of neurologic or vascular problems. In...
/conditions/tingly-feet 1/10/2018 2:06:14 PM
Weak ankles may be a result of previous ankle injuries, but in some cases, they are a congenital (at birth) condition. The ankles are sore and give way easily while standing, walking or doing other activities. When an ankle is injured, it may take a few weeks to many months ...
/conditions/weak-ankles 1/10/2018 2:14:48 PM
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