Use these patient education resources to better understand foot and ankle conditions treated at Duke Orthopaedics.

• Achilles Tendon Repair
  The Achilles tendon is a large band of fibrous tissue in the back of the ankle that connects the calf muscles to the heel bone (calcaneus).
• Ankle Arthritis
  Ankle arthritis is when one wears out the joint between the shin bone (tibia) and ankle bone (talus), also called the tibiotalar joint.
• Ankle Sprain
  Duke Orthopaedics specializes in ankle sprain treatments in Raleigh, Durham and the Triangle area. Contact us to schedule an appointment today.
• Bunions
  A bunion is an enlargement of bone or tissue around the joint at the base of the big toe.
• Diabetic Foot
  Diabetic foot is an umbrella term for foot problems in patients with diabetes.
• Hammer Toe
  A hammer toe is a deformity of the second, third, or fourth toes. The toe is bent at the middle joint, which causes it to resemble a hammer.
• Foot and Ankle Fractures
  Fractures, or broken bones, of the foot and ankle are common injuries. Because our feet and ankles are necessary for walking, it is important to properly treat fractures.
• Foot Arthritis
  Foot arthritis is a common form of arthritis. Severe foot arthritis can restrict your mobility and limit your quality of life. With proper treatment, however, you can slow the progression of arthritis and lead a more productive life.
• Ligament and Tendon Injury
  Duke Orthopaedics specializes in treating ligament and tendon injuries in Raleigh, Durham, and the Triangle area. Contact us to schedule an appointment today.
• Post-traumatic Ankle Arthritis
  Post-traumatic ankle arthritis is a form of arthritis that is caused by a direct injury to the ankle. Symptoms can form years after the trauma occurred.
• Rheumatoid Foot Deformities
  Rheumatoid arthritis is an inflammatory disease affecting the lining of joints and destroys bones, joints and tissues.The condition often starts in smaller joints, like those found in the foot. A symptom of severe rheumatoid arthritis is deformity of the foot.
• Walking Abnormalities
  Walking abnormalities are unusual and uncontrollable walk (or gait) patterns, commonly caused by disease or injury to the legs, feet, brain, spine, or inner ear.