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Bunions
A bunion is a bony protuberance that appears on the external surface of the big toe when it angles toward the adjacent toe. It is an extra bone and a fluid-filled sac that grows at the base of the big toe.
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Bunion Surgery
Bunion or hallux valgus is an abnormal bony bump formed due to enlargement of the bone or soft tissues around the joint at the base of the big toe. Bunions cause deviation of the big toe towards other toes and pushes the first metatarsal bone outwards on the other side.
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Toe Deformities (Hammer Toes, Claw Toes)
A hammertoe is a deformity of a lesser toe (second through fifth toes), where the toe gets bent upward at the toe’s middle joint, resembling a hammer. The bent portion may rub against a shoe causing pain, irritation and development of corns.
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Flat Foot Deformity
Flatfoot, also known as “fallen arches” or Pes planus, is a deformity in children’s feet in which the arch that runs lengthwise along the sole of the foot has collapsed to the ground or not formed at all.
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High Arch Deformity
High arch (cavus foot) is a condition in which the arch on the bottom of the foot that runs from the toes to the heel is raised more than normal. Because of this high arch, excessive weight falls on the ball and heel of the foot when walking or standing causing pain and instability.
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Tarsal Coalitions
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Congenital Deformities
Congenital deformities of the lower limbs are developmental disorders that are present at birth, causing alterations in the shape and appearance of the legs. Several factors such as genetics, teratogenic drugs and chemicals can cause congenital deformities.
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