Osteoarthritis is a disease that causes the degeneration of cartilage and bone in the joints of the body. It is most common in older individuals and those who suffered injuries in specific joints earlier in life. Osteoarthritis is a progressive disease, which means it will continue to get worse with time. If typically requires joint…
Osteoarthritis
Typical symptoms of ankle osteoarthritis
Arthritis refers to a group of conditions that cause inflammation and damage to the joints of the body. Osteoarthritis falls under this umbrella term and can affect any joint in the body, including your ankle joint which is made up of the tibia, fibula, and the talus. Patients with ankle osteoarthritis often have cartilage damage…
Common Degenerative Foot Conditions
Our feet go through a lot of wear and tear throughout life. There are also a variety of conditions our feet can develop. If a foot condition goes untreated, it can worsen and cause symptoms that can be debilitating. Degenerative diseases are characterized by the loss or deterioration of healthy tissue that is often irreversible….