Figure 1. The plantar fascia supports the foot using the same principle as a Spanish windlass mechanism. Dr. Cooper is Assistant Professor in the Department of Orthopedics and Director of Foot and ...

As a runner, I’ve dealt with my fair share of foot-related injuries over the years, such as the persistent pain of plantar fasciitis. The dull ache along the bottom of your foot can pose a ...

(Henry 2 has described a neuropathy of the terminal portion of the musculocutaneous nerve as it emerges through the deep fascia associated with inversion and plantar flexion of the foot.) ...

Nerve pain refers to painful sensations around the nerves. Various treatment options are available, including anticonvulsants, certain antidepressants, mild opioids, and some topical treatments ...

If you ask anyone who’s experienced plantar fasciitis, they’ll likely tell you that this condition will have you searching for something — anything — to make the pain in your foot go away.

In addition to cuts in your plantar fascia ligament, you might also have a few other steps during your surgery: Nerves can become entrapped as a result of inflammation and thickening of the ligament, ...

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Objectives: With stroke survivors of different walking ability, this study aimed to (1) explore side (affected/unaffected) and movement direction (inversion/plantar flexion) effects in ankle joint ...

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Plantar fasciitis is a condition that results in pain in the foot’s sole and heel, potentially hindering prolonged periods of standing or walking. One of the most effective strategies to ...