Foot & ankle
Achilles rupture: how to compare surgery and nonsurgical care
Both pathways need a prompt assessment and a detailed rehabilitation plan. The choice should fit the tear and the demands of your life.
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Foot & ankle
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Foot & ankle
Achilles tendon pain: what matters in a treatment plan?
A useful Achilles consultation explains where the tendon hurts, how loading will change, and how progress will be measured.
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Ankle arthritis: how to compare fusion and replacement
Pain relief, retained motion, bone healing and future surgery are different parts of the decision.
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Ankle fracture: what to ask about stability, surgery, and walking
The key question after a broken ankle is how to restore and protect a stable joint—not simply how quickly the boot can come off.
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An ankle sprain that keeps giving way: choosing the next step
Repeated rolling, ongoing pain and lack of confidence on uneven ground deserve a plan that goes beyond waiting for swelling to settle.
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Bunions: how to decide whether surgery fits your needs
The right bunion conversation starts with pain, shoe comfort and walking—not the appearance of the bump.
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A changing arch: what to ask about painful adult flatfoot
When the foot shape changes and walking becomes uncomfortable, the plan should account for tendons, ligaments, alignment and joint flexibility.
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Selected accounts from relevant Commons source listings describe individual experiences. They do not establish procedure suitability or predict an outcome.
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Dr Lee is a very attentive doctor, takes time to really understand what my issues are
David Lee, MD