Cubital Tunnel Syndrome
This condition, also called “ulnar nerve entrapment,” happens to the ulnar nerve in your elbow. This nerve travels along the inner side of your elbow and down to your hand. It’s the nerve that makes the jolt you feel when you bump your “funny bone.” With this condition, your ulnar nerve is compressed, […]
Dr. Lynch: I Appreciate How Easy You Made This for Me!
Dr. Lynch: I Appreciate How Easy You Made This for Me! Dr. Lynch, Mae, Sarah, and Megan! I recently had surgery (ACL reconstruction) and wanted to thank all of you as you made the process go smoothly. It’s not very often that every person you come into contact with in an office treat the patients […]
Foot, Ankle & Lower Extremity Joint Pain
The complex web of joints in the foot, ankle, and lower leg is instrumental in our mobility and balance. Yet, the intricate structure can also be susceptible to various types of joint pain and conditions that hinder our daily activities. At OrthoConnecticut, our dedicated team of orthopedic surgeons and pain specialists is here […]
Tibial Fractures
This is a break of the shinbone. That’s the larger of the two bones in the lower leg. Tibias are strong bones that support most of your body’s weight.
Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome
Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome (Posterior Tibial Neuralgia) FAQs
Stress Fractures of the Foot and Ankle
What is a stress fracture? Stress fractures are small cracks or severe bruising within a bone, typically caused by repetitive force or overuse. They’re common in the foot and ankle, particularly among runners, athletes, dancers, and people who suddenly increase activity levels without proper conditioning. Unlike acute fractures, stress fractures develop gradually over time […]
Sesamoiditis
What is Sesamoiditis? Sesamoiditis is a painful inflammation of the sesamoid bones—two small, pea-shaped bones located beneath the ball of the foot near the big toe. These bones act like pulleys, helping the tendons move smoothly and absorb impact. Unlike most bones, sesamoids are not connected to other bones but are embedded within tendons, […]
Posterior Tibial Tendon Dysfunction (PTTD)
What is Posterior Tibial Tendon Dysfunction? Posterior Tibial Tendon Dysfunction (PTTD) is a condition that affects the posterior tibial tendon, which runs along the inside of the ankle and foot and connects the calf muscle to the bones on the inner side of the foot. The posterior tibial tendon plays an important role […]
Plantar Fasciitis
Plantar fasciitis is an irritation of the plantar fascia. This thick band of connective tissue travels across the bottom of the foot between the toes and the heel. It supports the foot’s natural arch. It stretches and becomes taut whenever the foot bears weight.
Pilon Fracture: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
A Pilon fracture is a serious injury involving the bottom of the tibia—the larger of the two lower leg bones—where it meets the ankle joint. This weight-bearing area plays a critical role in walking and stability, making any fracture here particularly complex and often challenging to treat. What is a Pilon Fracture? A Pilon […]
Peroneal Tendonitis
This condition is an inflammation of one or both peroneal tendons, which travel down the lower leg, behind the lateral malleolus and along the outer side of the ankle.
Peroneal Tendon Tears
What is a peroneal tendon tear? A peroneal tendon tear, refers to damage or rupture of the peroneal tendons, which are located on the outside of the ankle. The peroneal tendons play a crucial role in stabilizing the foot and ankle during movement. There are two peroneal tendons: the peroneus longus and the peroneus […]
Osteochondral Injuries of the Talus
This is an injury of the protective cartilage on the top of the talus (the ankle bone). You’ll find this cartilage where the talus touches the tibia and fibula (the bones of the lower leg). An osteochondral lesion can be a painful problem.
Soleus Muscle Strain of the Calf
What is a Soleus Strain? A soleus strain is an injury to the soleus muscle, one of the two major muscles in the calf. This muscle lies deep beneath the gastrocnemius, the more prominent calf muscle visible just under the skin. While both muscles help with plantarflexion (pointing the toes downward), the soleus plays […]
Morton’s Neuroma
Morton’s neuroma is a prevalent foot condition characterized by nerve pain in the ball of the foot. It occurs when the nerve running between two toes becomes compressed or pinched, leading to pain, numbness, and discomfort. The condition is generally a response to irritation, trauma, or excessive pressure on the foot. Treatment typically […]
Metatarsalgia
The ball of your foot absorbs a lot of stress when you run and jump. It can become injured and sore. We call this pain “metatarsalgia.” The pain can keep you from exercising and from playing sports. And it can be a problem for active people.
LisFranc (Midfoot) Fracture-Dislocation
What is a Lisfranc Injury? This is an injury of the middle part of the foot, also called the Lisfranc, where the metatarsal bones of the forefoot connect to the cuneiform bones of the midfoot. It can involve torn ligaments, broken bones or a combination of both. And, it can involve more than one […]
Jones Fractures
A Jones fracture is a break in the fifth metatarsal, the long bone on the outside of the foot that connects to the pinky toe. This type of fracture is unique because it occurs in an area of the bone with limited blood supply, which can make healing more difficult compared to other foot […]