Ankle distraction arthroplasty is an innovative procedure for treating ankle arthritis in select patients. Unlike ankle fusion and ankle replacement, distraction arthroplasty focuses on joint ...

Ankle replacement can take away the pain from the arthritis and preserve the motion at the joint. This helps patients perform tasks such as walking on uneven ground and going up and down stairs. It ...

Abstract: The ankle joint biomechanical dynamics plays an important role in the balance of the human body, especially under the small disturbance. In this paper, ankle joint biomechanical dynamics and ...

Abstract: A system has been developed which is able to impose a fast ankle rotation during gait. The two-link system consists of a mechanical joint which is strapped to the calf and the foot of the ...

When you stand, the ankle joint supports your entire body weight. Your knee and hip joints also support your body weight, but they distribute the load over larger joint areas. Gait studies have ...

If you want to improve circulation, mobility and muscle strength in your lower legs, this exercise is for you. It involves moving your foot up and down at the ankle joint, without engaging the rest of ...

“The best thing to do is realize that an attack is starting and seek care as soon as possible.” Certain skin problems can indicate disease. During a gout flare-up, the skin over the ankle joint area ...

Surgical intervention serves as the primary therapeutic approach for CFH. Most pediatric patients require at least two surgical procedures, with the initial stage involving ankle reconstruction ...

Have outer foot pain? Here are common causes of pain on the outer side of your foot, the symptoms to watch for, and how to ...

Wearing an ankle brace can provide support and stability to your ankle joint during physical activity. This can help prevent ankle sprains, strains, and other injuries. Ankle braces can also help ...