INJURIES und DISEASES
OF THE FOOT & ANKLE
The ankle joint is also load-bearing. Depending on the angle, local forces of up to as much as 7-times the body weight are applied! Specific symptoms include pain, swelling tendency, feelings of instability and limited range of motion. The static problems caused by foot and toe deformities are complex.
The most relevant injuries and diseases of the foot & ankle are:
- Torn ligaments and strains (particularly of the outer ligaments)
- Cartilage damage (traumatic and degenerative)
- Free joint bodies in the ankle joint
- Impingement syndromes caused by degenerative changes (footballer’s joint)
- Joint wear (arthrosis, particularly of ankle joint and metatarsophalangeal joint, hallux)
- Aseptic bone necrosis (osteochondrosis dissecans)
- Broken bones of the foot and ankle
- Heel spurs (below or behind the heel)
- Pes planovalgus calcaneus and other foot deformities
- Hallux valgus and other forefoot deformities
WHAT WE DO
FOR THE FOOT & ANKLE
Diagnostics
First, the patient’s medical history or the events surrounding the accident have to be recorded exactingly. The facts obtained are used to render an accurate diagnosis. After the physical examination, including selected clinical tests, the following imaging methods may be used:
- Digital X-ray (better image quality with reduced radiation exposure)
- Modern ultrasound diagnosis (sonography) with color duplex option
- Foot pressure measurements and treadmill analysis
- Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
- Computed tomography (CT) (radiology)
Therapy
Therapeutically, conservative approaches that are preserving and gentle are usually given first and foremost consideration. These include the prescription of special orthotic insoles, ortheses or immobilization with a plaster cast. When shoe and orthotic insoles are to be prescribed, foot pressure and treadmill analyses can also be helpful. In particular, shockwave therapy is administered to treat heel spurs and inflammation of the plantar fascia. Sometimes, arthroscopic surgery is necessary. This is always performed using the more gentle key-hole technique and mostly very conveniently for the patients on an outpatient basis.
What we do
for foot & ankle
We operate
As a surgical practice, we are also happy to provide you with our expertise in this sector. Dr. Mahn’s clinical focus is on arthroscopic, minimally invasive and knee surgery.
Orthopaedics glossary
So that you can get well informed online before your consultation with one of our specialists, we have created a link for you to peruse a comprehensive orthopaedic glossary.
The practice team
Our practice team is young, dynamic and sincerely friendly. As a patient, athlete or sports lover, you are at the focus of all we do. Find out more about our excellently trained team and who’s responsible for what tasks.