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Leg, Foot, and Ankle Health
Your legs, feet, and ankles make up the foundation that helps you stay active. Explore common conditions like plantar fasciitis and sprains that can cause pain, and learn about how they're treated.
Anterior Tibialis Tendon Rupture: Overview and More
Medically reviewed by Erin Pereira, DPT, OCS
Edema: Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Medically reviewed by Stuart Hershman, MD
Lower Leg Pain: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment
Medically reviewed by Eva Umoh Asomugha, M.D.
Heel Spurs: Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, Treatment
Medically reviewed by Stuart Hershman, MD
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Causes of Arch Pain
Medically reviewed by Stuart Hershman, MD
Foot Pain (Metatarsalgia) Causes and Treatment
Medically reviewed by Stuart Hershman, MD
Plantar Fasciitis: Overview and More
Medically reviewed by Stuart Hershman, MD
Common Causes of Foot and Ankle Swelling
Medically reviewed by Eva Umoh Asomugha, M.D.
Treatment for Tendonitis of the Foot and Ankle
Medically reviewed by Grant Hughes, MD
Hallux Limitus as a Cause of Big Toe Pain
Medically reviewed by Miho J. Tanaka, MD
Overview, Functions and Disorders of the Subtalar Joint
Medically reviewed by Stuart Hershman, MD
Syndesmosis Ankle Ligament Injury
Medically reviewed by Stuart Hershman, MD
Foot and Ankle Stress Fractures Causes and How to Heal
Medically reviewed by Erin Pereira, DPT, OCS
Shock Wave Therapy for Tendonitis and Plantar Fasciitis
Medically reviewed by Stuart Hershman, MD
Foot Pain and Leg Problems in Pregnancy
Medically reviewed by Eva Umoh Asomugha, M.D.
Understanding Bowed Legs in Children and Adults
Medically reviewed by Miho J. Tanaka, MD
Ankle Joint Ligaments and Physical Therapy
Medically reviewed by Jason DelCollo, DO
Medial Gastrocnemius Strain Overview and Treatment
Medically reviewed by Stuart Hershman, MD
Ankle Sprain Symptoms, Treatment and Physical Therapy
Medically reviewed by Stuart Hershman, MD
5 Common Causes of Foot Pain
Medically reviewed by Lyle T. Modlin, DPM
Is Your Calf Muscle Pain a Strain or Something Else?
Medically reviewed by Jonathan Cluett, MD
What Is the Osteoarticular Transfer System Procedure?
Medically reviewed by Stuart Hershman, MD
The Best Quadriceps Exercises to Build Stronger Thighs
Medically reviewed by Miho J. Tanaka, MD
How to Perform a Straight Leg Raise Test
Medically reviewed by Stuart Hershman, MD
Os Trigonum Syndrome Symptoms and Treatment
Medically reviewed by Stuart Hershman, MD
Achilles Tendon Tear Symptoms, Causes & Treatment
Medically reviewed by Stuart Hershman, MD
Anatomy and Physiology of the Ankle for Sports Medicine
Medically reviewed by Jonathan Cluett, MD
Thigh Pain: Causes, Treatment, and When to See A Doctor
Medically reviewed by Jonathan Cluett, MD
5 Kinds of Medial Malleolus Ankle Fractures
Medically reviewed by Jonathan Cluett, MD
Understanding the Jones Fracture of the Foot
Medically reviewed by Miho J. Tanaka, MD
Peripheral Cyanosis: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment
Medically reviewed by Doru Paul, MD
Sciatica—Leg Pain Resulting From Nerve Compression
Medically reviewed by Miho J. Tanaka, MD
IT Band Syndrome Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment
Medically reviewed by Stuart Hershman, MD
4 Type of Fifth Metatarsal Fracture
Medically reviewed by Jonathan Cluett, MD
5 Type of Surgeries Used to Treat Ankle Arthritis
Medically reviewed by Jonathan Cluett, MD
The Hamstring Muscles and Common Injuries
Medically reviewed by Miho J. Tanaka, MD
Broken Bones in the Hip, Knee, or Ankle
Medically reviewed by Jonathan Cluett, MD
Achilles Tendon Surgery: Preparation and Recovery
Medically reviewed by Eva Umoh Asomugha, M.D.
Knee Exercises for Patellofemoral Stress Syndrome
Medically reviewed by Laura Campedelli, PT, DPT
Everything You Need to Know About Ankle Pain
Medically reviewed by Stuart Hershman, MD
Ankle Arthritis Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
Medically reviewed by Stuart Hershman, MD
Foot Anatomy, Physiology, and Common Conditions
Medically reviewed by Laura Campedelli, PT, DPT
Stress Fracture of the Foot
Medically reviewed by Jonathan Cluett, MD
Can Cortisone Shots Treat an Achilles Tendon Injury?
Medically reviewed by Miho J. Tanaka, MD
Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome Symptoms and Treatment
Medically reviewed by Stuart Hershman, MD
What Is a Ruptured Achilles Tendon?
Medically reviewed by Miho J. Tanaka, MD
5 Causes of Pain in the Big Toe Joint
Medically reviewed by Grant Hughes, MD
Venuous Insufficiency: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment
Medically reviewed by Stuart Hershman, MD
Gastrocnemius Muscle: Anatomy, Function, and Conditions
Medically reviewed by Anita C. Chandrasekaran, MD, MPH
Pain on the Bottom of Your Feet: Causes and Treatments
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5 Reasons Your Toes Are Cramping
Medically reviewed by Jonathan Cluett, MD
What Is Sinus Tarsi Syndrome?
Medically reviewed by Sanja Jelic, MD
Are Nerve Problems Causing Your Foot Pain?
Medically reviewed by Jason DelCollo, DO
Anterior Ankle Impingement Syndrome
Medically reviewed by Stuart Hershman, MD
Heel Pain: Causes, Treatment, and When to See a Doctor
Medically reviewed by Stuart Hershman, MD
What Are the Causes of Ankle Swelling?
Medically reviewed by Miho J. Tanaka, MD
Posterior Heel Pain Symptoms and Treatment
Medically reviewed by Stuart Hershman, MD
Calf Pain: Causes, Treatment, and When to See a Doctor
Medically reviewed by Miho J. Tanaka, MD
Thompson Test for Torn Achilles Tendon
Medically reviewed by Stuart Hershman, MD
Overview of Tibial Plafond Fractures
Medically reviewed by Stuart Hershman, MD
What Could Be Causing My Foot Pain?
Medically reviewed by Jonathan Cluett, MD
Foot Pain: Causes, Treatment, and When to See a Doctor
Medically reviewed by Grant Hughes, MD
What You Should Know About Leg Pain
Medically reviewed by Jonathan Cluett, MD
Natural Treatments for Plantar Fasciitis
Medically reviewed by Jonathan Cluett, MD