Zina Billeter

Foot Pain Heel Area

Entries from 2015-06-01 to 1 month

Hammer Toe Repair Pinning

Overview A Hammer toe is a deformity of the second, third or fourth toes. In this condition, the toe is bent at the middle joint, so that it resembles a hammer. Initially, hammer toes are flexible and can be corrected with simple measures …

Hallux Abducto Valgus Bunion Deformity

Overview A bunion (hallux valgus) is a deformity of the base joint of the big toe. The cause is not clear in many cases. The deformity may cause the foot to rub on shoes, which may cause inflammation and pain. Good footwear is often all th…

Overpronation Of The Foot

Overview Overpronation is the exaggerated inward rolling of the foot and ankle, which can lead to a collapsed arch and flat feet. Many people overpronate and do not even realize it; one way to tell is to simply look at the foot and see how…