Foot & Ankle

There are various factors behind hand and wrist pain. If left untreated, your condition may progress and lead to long-term issues that can affect hand function or worse, permanent disability. Discover the possible reasons to hand and wrist pain.

Ankle and foot injuries can happen to anyone and at any age. Injuries to the ankle and foot are not unusual. It can be caused by a fall or accident (known as acute injury), overuse or due to a chronic degenerative condition. From severe pain to bothersome prolonged discomfort, learn about what could be causing your symptoms.

Introduction

Each foot is made up of 26 bones, 30 joints and more than 100 muscles, tendons, and ligaments. The unique anatomy of the foot and ankle works together to provide you with support, balance, and mobility.

Common Conditions

Common conditions affecting the foot and ankle region include:

• Achilles tendinitis
• Osteoarthritis
• Cartilage damage
• Diabetic foot problem
• Dislocation
• Plantar fasciitis (foot pain)
• Fractures
• Gout
• Sprains
• Tendonitis (tendinitis)

Treatments

Common foot and ankle procedures include:

• Bunion surgery
• Ankle fusion
• Ankle ligament reconstruction
• Flat foot correction
• Diabetic foot surgery
• Fracture fixation

Consultants

Assoc. Prof. (C) Dr. Ruslan Nazaruddin Simanjuntak

Consultant Orthopaedic, Arthritis & Sports Surgeon

Dr. Sureshan Sivananthan

Consultant Orthopaedic, Arthritis & Sports Surgeon