Samira Naji

Feet Difficulties Solved

Entries from 2015-04-01 to 1 month

Can Leg Length Discrepancy Produce Hip Pain?

Overview Epiphysiodesis is a surgical option designed to slow down the growth of the long leg over a period of months to years. It is only used in growing children. The operation involves a general anaesthetic. Small incisions are made aro…

Acquired Flat Foot Tibialis Posterior Pain

Overview Some people have always had flat feet from a young age. Unfortunately as people reach their fifties they will suddenly have one foot with a flatter arch than the other foot. This situation is termed adult acquired flatfoot. Adult …

Flat Feet Problems In Older Adults

Overview A variety of foot problems can lead to adult acquired flatfoot deformity (AAFD), a condition that results in a fallen arch with the foot pointed outward. Most people - no matter what the cause of their flatfoot - can be helped wit…