FOOT DISORDERS

Question 1

The great toe drifts laterally at the 1st metatarsal joint becoming enlarged

AKA Hallux valgus

Answer 1

bunion

Question 2

S/Sx of bunions

Answer 2

-Pain w/ wearing shoes, associated w/ poor fitting shoes, narrow toes & high heels, Women > Men

-Custom fit shoes from podiatrist can help

Question 3

A surgical procedure that moves toes back to the correct position. 6-12 weeks recovery. Pain and neurovascular status are important during recovery.

Answer 3

Bunionectomy

Question 4

Dorsiflexion of any MTP joint with plantar flexion of the proximal interphalangeal (PIP) joint next to it.

2nd toe may be affected, corns may develop, can’t walk or wear shoes

Answer 4

Hammertoe

Question 5

Inflammation in the arch of the foot. Pain especially when weight bearing or getting out of bed. Common in middle/older adults & runners or obese patients.

Treatment- Ice, stretching, special shoes, NSAIDs, steroids

Answer 5

Plantar fasciitis

Question 6

Induration and thickening of the skin caused by friction and pressure; painful conical mass

Tx: removal by podiatrist

Answer 6

Corn

Question 7

Flat, poorly defined mass on the sole over a bony prominence caused by pressure

Tx: Padding and lanolin creams; overall good skin hygiene

Answer 7

Callus

Question 8

Nail sliver penetration of the skin, causing inflammation

Tx: Removal of sliver by podiatrist; warm soaks; antibiotic ointment

Answer 8

Ingrown nail

Question 9

Excess amounts of skin around the nail

Answer 9

Hypertonic ungual labium

Question 10

Complications of food disorders

Answer 10

*Healing is slower in the lower extremities due to less blood flow *