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What tests can be done to check hypermobility and flat feet?
Query: Hello doctor, I have flat feet and need insole and boots to help me but also think I have hypermobility in ankles as I read they are linked. Is this true and what test can I do to find out? Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Flat feet are not always symptomatic and neither do they need treatment as a rule. Issues such as pain, callosities, progression of dropped arch, etc., are reasons for seeking treatment. I am not getting enought information from your description to take this further... Read Full »
How to relieve foot pain due to flat foot?
Query: Hello doctor, I have foot pain and I suffer from flat foot. Pain is mainly located at the lateral and medial side of the heel. Please suggest. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Flat foot is a very common condition and causes pain due to stretching of tendons, ligaments, and soft tissues of the feet. I guess an x-ray must have already been done for you. Just make sure that apart from the flat foot you do not have any other associated conditi... Read Full »
Why do I have pain after plantar fascia release surgery?
Query: Hi doctor,I had plantar fascia release surgery three months ago and my doctor released me to work even though I was supposed to get one more x-ray. After getting the second X-ray, he said the X-ray looks good. But, still, I am in a lot of pain. Also, the pain has spread to the outside of my foot alo... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. No, you do not need a second opinion. The surgery is done, but you still have some tenosynovitis of the other tendons, which has to come down. Also, it is very likely that you have a flat foot due to the tenosynovitis of the posterior tibialis tendon. So, I suggest the ... Read Full »
What causes bilateral metatarsalgia?
Query: Hello doctor, I have hypertension and bilateral metatarsalgia. I am seeking a second opinion on my medical reports. I have attached them for your reference. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your post and investigations (attachment removed to protect patient identity). There are a few things which will need to be addressed. Your ESR (erythrocyte sedimentation rate) is 45 which is high and simultaneously you are complaining of arthralgias... Read Full »
Please explain my right ankle MRI.
Query: Hello doctor, I need an MRI of my right ankle evaluated by an orthopedic specialist. I have pain on the inside of my right ankle for about two months now. From the inner heel (center) upwards, the pain is on the inside. I do not remember having any considerable swelling if any. The pain has not gon... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. People with flat foot usually develop such a problem later in life and in addition, there is dysfunction of the posterior tibial tendon which adds to your problem. It would be really helpful if you can tell more details about your symptoms like is it more on walking, if... Read Full »