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Sprained ankles are one of the most frequent injuries I treat. But not all sprains are created equal. An ankle sprain is an injury to one or more of the ligaments—the band of tissues connecting the bones and joints—in the ankle. But the severity of the sprain depends on whether the ligament is stretched, partially torn or completely torn. It also depends on the location —whether it is a high- or a low-ankle sprain—and if more than one ligament is involved.

Bunions are one of the most common conditions I treat in my foot and ankle practice. While they can occur at any age, I see them most often in older adults and more frequently in women than men.
A bunion is easy to recognize. It looks like a bony bump at the base of the big toe joint. Typically a bunion develops over time due to pressure put on the feet and especially the toes.

The patient hobbled into my office, clearly in pain. After she removed her right sneaker and sock, the cause was clear. Her big toe was inflamed, weeping, and warm to the touch. The diagnosis: An infected ingrown toenail.

Ingrown toenails are one of the most common problems I treat in my foot and ankle practice. They typically affect the big toe and occur when the toenail curves and grows into the skin next to it. As the nail digs in, the toe can become red and swollen, making it painful to walk or stand.

More than two thirds of American adults are overweight or obese, and many are trapped in a vicious cycle when they try to lose weight. Obesity aggravates foot problems, like heel pain and flat feet. Sore feet make it hard to exercise and lose weight. And without exercise, obesity worsens and can exacerbate diabetes, heart disease and other serious health threats.