NEARLY 8 OUT OF 10 PEOPLE WILL EXPERIENCE SOME TYPE OF FOOT OR ANKLE PAIN.

Our feet and ankles suffer because they carry and cushion our weight when we walk or run. Add-in poorly fitting shoes, athletic competition and even arthritis, and it's easy to see why millions of Americans suffer foot and ankle pain each year. At Forsyth Regional Orthopaedic Center, we offer innovative surgical techniques to reduce pain, shorten recovery time and accelerate rehabilitation of foot-related issues. Some of the most common conditions include:

Ankle Sprain

Generally a sports-related injury that is caused by a twisting injury

Achilles Tendon Injury

Most often caused by running or jumping (basketball, jogging, etc.) that strains the tendon (Achilles tendonitis) or causes a rupture

Bunion

An enlargement of the bone or tissue at the base of the big toe, with causes ranging from ill-fitting shoes to inherited bone structure

Stress Fracture or Muscle/Tendon Strain

Caused by excessive physical activity – such as long-distance running or intensive training – that puts continuous stress on the foot and ankle

Shin Splints

The common name for pain created by a stress to the shin bone (tibia) that can be caused by excessive physical activity, athletic shoes that fit improperly, or other factors
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