Arthritic Foot And Ankle Care

Arthritic foot and ankle care

What is Arthritic foot?

Arthritis have hundreds of types but most of them affect the ankle and the foot. If you have an arthritic foot, it can limit your daily activities and cause pain in actions as simple as walking. Depending upon the severity and type we follow surgical or non-surgical treatments to relieve pain.

The following are the most common foot joints affected by osteoarthritis:
- Heel bone, inner mid-foot bone and the outer mid-foot bone
- The joint between big toe and foot bone
- The joint that connects the ankle and shinbone
Arthritic foot Symptoms

When you have an arthritic foot, you will have symptoms similar to an ankle sprain. It is best to see your doctor if you experience:
- Tenderness or pain
- Limited ability to walk, move or lift weight
- Swelling
- Stiffness in the joint
Arthritic Foot Diagnosis

The arthritic foot is diagnosed with following:
- Medical history
- Physical examination
- X-rays
- CT scans
- MRI (Magnetic resonance imaging)
Arthritic foot Symptoms
- Pain killers
- Anti-inflammatory medicine to reduce joint swelling
- Pads or support
- Canes or braces
- Steroid medications injected into the joints
- Inserts that support the ankle and foot (orthotics)
- Physical therapy
- Custom shoes
- Weight control
- Surgery

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What is Arthritic foot?

Arthritic foot Symptoms

Arthritic Foot Diagnosis

Arthritic foot Symptoms

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