Claw foot
Claw
foot Definition: Claw
foot is a deformity of the toes in which the toe joint nearest the
foot is bent upward (from contracture ) and the other toe joints bend downward (also from contracture ). See also claw hand . Claw toe occurs in the four smaller toes, and because they all t...
Diabetic foot
Diabetic
Foot What is the Diabetic
Foot ? More than eight million people in the U.S. have diabetes mellitus , and
foot problems are one of the major reasons of hospitalization for this group. Diabetic
foot infections Definition Diabetic
foot infections are infections that can ...
Flat foot
Flat
Foot Related Category: Pathology condition of the human
foot in which the entire sole rests on the ground when the person is standing. A flat
foot often looks normal when no weight is placed on it, but the arch disappears when weight bearing is applied. - If you cannot solve your ...
Abrasion
...tion s. More common is bleeding from foreign objects that have remained in the vagina , such as toilet tissue or a forgotten tampon. Athlete's
foot is transmitted through contact with a cut or abrasion on the bottom ( plantar surface) of the foot. In rare cases, the fungus is transmitted from...
Achilles Tendon
... connects the two major calf muscle s to the back of the heel bone. When the calf muscle s contract, they pull on the Achilles tendon , causing the
foot to point down. The Achilles tendon is a celebrated example of a tendon . Search All of MedicineNet For: search help Printer-Friendly Format ... ...
Acl injury
...ny factors must be considered by the patient and the physician when determining the appropriate treatment . A sport like basketball, in which a
foot is planted while the body abruptly changes direction, results in a high incidence of ACL injury . ...
Acromegaly
...les may indicate edema due to a kidney or a heart problem. The medical and dental history should be reviewed before the examination begins.
foot injuries , abnormal gait and excessively sweaty feet can also predispose you to having an ingrown toenail . Ingrown toenail s are also more common ...
Aggravated by
...rected with shoe inserts from a podiatrist. These inserts are called orthotics, and are custom-molded to your foot. Red, calloused skin along the
foot at the base of the big toe A bony bump at this site Pain over the joint , aggravated by pressure from shoes Big toe turned toward the other toes ...
Amputation
...n a minority of patients. Peripheral nerve s and their central projections ... Limb amputation from amniotic band (disruption sequence) Club
foot Home Care: Consult your health care provider. In fact, amputation , heart attack and stroke all stem from the same artery -dam aging proces...
Ankle pain
... Inability to put full weight on the ankle ...
foot pain or ankle pain Find possible causes of
foot pain or ankle pain based on specific factors. C... joints ( hip pain , knee pain , ankle pain ,
foot pain , shoulder pain , elbow pain , wrist pain ...
Ankylosing spondylitis
... arthritis , bursitis ) Sever's disease (relatively common condition in active growing children and adolescents ) Soft- tissue sarcoma of the
foot (rare) Stress fractures ... Rarer conditions that cause aortic valve regurgitation include a disorder of the body's connective tissue s (Ma...
Asymptomatic bacteriuria
... Asymptomatic bacteriuria Atherosclerosis - illustration of plaque buildup in arteries * - in coronary artery disease * - overview * Athlete's
foot - diagnosis and treatment * - illustration * Atopic dermatitis Atopic dermatitis , brief version * ... ...
Atherosclerosis
...rtic aneurysm may be caused by infection , congenital weakening of the connective tissue component of the artery wall, or trauma . Charcot
foot Coronary heart disease (CHD; e.g., atherosclerosis ) Diabetic nephropathy Diabetic neuropathy Diabetic retinopathy ... This type of c...
Bends
...ing surfaces for the tendon s to reduce the force of friction as these tendon s move. You want a shoe that bends easily through the ball of the
foot but remains fairly firm. A low heel works best, which is why a running shoe with thick cushioning in the heel is not the best choice. Ask the drive...
Biceps
...the hand faces upward. biceps triceps Another type of reflex test is called the Babinski test, which involves gently stroking the sole of the
foot to assess proper development of the spine and cerebral cortex. biceps A muscle having two heads. The most familiar is the large muscle in the...
Birth Defects
...ccupation (such as cowboy, ballet dancer) and birth defects or other medical conditions such as arthritis that may cause or contribute to abnormal
foot motion. Heredity may also play a role. TERATOGEN ICITY: Producing physical defects in offspring in utero (ie, birth defects ). Teratogen icity...
Blister
...timely treatment for cuts, bruises , burns , or blister s that heal poorly due to diabetes -related circulatory problems. Because of this, minor
foot conditions (e.g. A recurring viral skin infection characterized by clusters of small blister s. Typically, sores are located near the mouth ( ...
Brace
...ugh support, you may need to be fit for a brace . Crutches or a cane can help take the weight off a sore or unsteady ankle. For swelling , keep your
foot elevated above the level of the heart , even while sleeping. All latex sensitive individuals should wear a medical alert brace let and have avail...
Broken bones
... Broken bones (also called fractures ) in the
foot are very common. In fact, about 1 out of every 10 ...n bones occurs in the foot. Here's why. The human
foot has 26 bones. Divide the
foot into 3 parts: the hindfoot, the midfoot, and the f...
Bridge
...Nine Cam bridge Center Cam bridge , MA 02142-1479 617.258.5000 ... This injury stretches and weakens the ligament s that bridge the ankle and
foot bones. Ankle sprains are the most common athletic injuries . The condition is usually defined according to the extent of the damage suffered by the...
Brittle nails
...s short and avoid nail polish . Use an emollient ( skin softening) cream after washing or bathing. Many individuals know that they have athlete's
foot when they have red, itching , peeling skin on their toes without realizing that the fungus causing this annoying condition is also responsible fo...
Bruises
...or dark urine ... Bone bruises Excessive pronation (tendency of the
foot to turn inward) Haglund's deformity (bony growth at the back of the heel t... or be fully awake. Because of the decrease in feeling, a numb hand or
foot from any cause may be more prone to acci dental injury . Take care to pro...
Bruise
...pected or unusually menstrual bleeding blood in the urine cloudy or dark urine ... Bone bruise s Excessive pronation (tendency of the
foot to turn inward) Haglund's deformity (bony growth at the back of the heel that usually occurs when shoes repeatedly aggravate tissue and underlying ...
Bruising
...ifficult to move the hip , especially turning the
foot outwards or bending at the hip . The fracture m...ility. Doctors often use X-ray s of the ankle and
foot to determine where fractures and dislocation s ...the result of injury . Also, bruising of the
foot bone, a condition called metatarsal gia, and the ...
Bunion removal
... is the surgical treatment of a deformity of the bones of the big toe and
foot ( bunion ). Bunion Removal ( Bunion ectomy) What is bunion removal ? ...oint called a bunion . Bunion Removal - Series: Normal anatomy The
foot is made up of tarsal bones, metatarsal bones and phalanges Next Image > ....
Bunion
...nt of a deformity of the bones of the big toe and
foot ( bunion ). Alternative Names: Bunion ectomy; Ha... Bunion Removal - Series: Normal anatomy The
foot is made up of tarsal bones, metatarsal bones and...rtoe s, or other abnormalities in the bones of the
foot scar tissue that has grown over the site of an...
Burns
...timely treatment for cuts, bruises , burns , or blister s that heal poorly due to diabetes -related circulatory problems. Because of this, minor
foot conditions (e.g. The surgeon will pass a thin instrument through the urethra to de liver electrical or laser energy that burns away sphincter...
Bunions
...rtoe s, or other abnormalities in the bones of the
foot scar tissue that has grown over the site of an...Athlete's Foot) Diabetic Dermal Ulcer ( Diabetic
foot Ulcer ) Diabetic Dermal Wound ( Diabetic
foot Ulcer ) Diabetic...
Bursitis
... arthritis , bursitis ) Sever's disease (relatively common condition in active growing children and adolescents ) Soft- tissue sarcoma of the
foot (rare) Stress fractures ... A bunion is a localized painful swelling at the base of the big toe that can accompany hallux valgus . It is ...
Callus
...petitive friction. A callus on the skin of the
foot has become thick and hard from rubbing (as a resul...op of a toe Callus formation on the sole of the
foot foot pain -- pain in the joint where the great toe...
Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease
... commonly affects the nerve s to the feet and legs, most significantly the peroneal nerve . The damage is slowly progressive, usually beginning with
foot drop and progressing up the legs. Approximately 125,000 people in the United States have Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease . CMT occurs slightly more of...
Chronic
... of pus in a cavity of the body. Chronic
foot pain
foot deformity Stiff
foot Hallux varus (occurs with surgical over-correction...
Chronic Pain
...n the nerve . According to some pain researchers, physical damage to a nerve is only half of the equation. Chronic pain on the bottom of the
foot should be evaluated by a physician or specialist who fully understands the structures and mechanics of the foot. X-ray s are often used for evaluat...
Clubfoot
... Clubfoot : A common malformation of the
foot that is evident at birth . The
foot is turned in sharply so that the person seems to b...s (tl´pz´´), deformity in which the
foot is twisted out of position. Maldevelopment is usua...
Compartment syndrome
...nt Syndrome (LCS) The pain associated with lateral compartment syndrome occurs on the outside of the leg and in the ankle and results when the
foot is too flexible, causing the arch to flatten excessively. Compartment syndrome Compassionate use Complement system Complement ary DNA Comple...
Compress
...and decreased sensation. Compress ion involves supporting the ankle and
foot with a firmly (not tightly) wrapped elastic bandage, compress ion stocking... can be heated in a microwave over. Avoid compress ing the toes of your
foot with narrow, poor-fitting shoes. Symptoms: ... PulStar compress ion dev...
Confusion
... varicose veins . Mental confusion , especially of time, place or person. distal A location farther from a point of reference. For example, the
foot is distal to the knee , relative to the center of the body. Out of confusion , false doctrines, and worldliness, God is calling His people. Tho...
Connective tissue
... connective tissue running from the balls of the
foot to the heel. This tissue is called the plantar ... the thick connective tissue on the sole of your
foot that attaches to your heel. The pain is usually ...the fibrous connective tissue on the sole of the
foot ( plantar fasciitis ). Other causes include the fo...
Contracture
... used. Multi Podus (boot) system Bracing device for the treatment of
foot and ankle abnormalities including contracture s,
foot drop, pressure sores , spasticity , inversion and eversion, rotation, te...
Corns
...r uneven pressure occurs. Corns form between toes and remain soft from
foot perspiration. They occur from the rubbing of adjacent digit bones. Corns...at are too small are the primary cause of bunions , and other disabling
foot problems such as corns , callus es and hammertoe s. PolyMem wound c...