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Endoscopic Gastroc/ plantar fascial release
Ankle Equinus is a condition that is known to create many conditions and deformities of the foot and ankle.
Someone with equinus lacks the flexibility to bring the top of the foot toward the front of the leg. People with equinus develop ways to compensate for their limited ankle motion, and this often leads to other foot, leg or back problems.
There are several possible causes for the limited range of ankle motion. Often, it is due to tightness in the Achilles tendon or calf muscles (the soleus muscle and/or gastrocnemius muscle). In some patients, this tightness is congenital (present at birth), and sometimes it is an inherited trait. Other patients acquire the tightness from being in a cast, being on crutches or frequently wearing high-heeled shoes. In addition, diabetes can affect the fibers of the Achilles tendon and cause tightness. Sometimes equinus is related to a bone blocking the ankle motion.
Depending on how a patient compensates for the inability to bend properly at the ankle, a variety of foot conditions can develop, including:
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- Plantar fasciitis (arch/heel pain)
- Calf cramping
- Tendonitis (inflammation in the Achilles tendon)
- Metatarsalgia (pain on the ball of the foot)
- Flatfoot
- Arthritis of the midfoot (middle area of the foot)
- Foot Ulcers
- Bunions and hammertoes
- Ankle pain
- Shin splints
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Meet Our Board Certified Podiatrist
Our doctor, specialize in Trauma/Injury/Fractures, Diabetic Foot Care, Foot and Ankle Medicine and Surgery, Pediatric Foot Care, Wound Care,, Arthritic Foot & Ankle, Custom Orthotics, Geriatric Foot Care, Ingrown Nails, Fall Prevention, Hammertoes, Sports Medicine, Bunions, Fungal Nails, Foot & Ankle Pain, and Flatfoot.
Dr. Martins has been trained in both Canada and the United States, mastering the art of foot and ankle surgery.
Insurance & Forms Of Payment
Podiatry services are covered by most insurance plans. We understand the process of submitting your claim and have the expertise to ensure rapid submission of your claim. For most patients, the experience of having their medical treatments paid for by the insurance company is an effortless and smooth process.
We also take Visa, Mastercard, Debit, Discover, Check and Cash. All Service and Products HSA or Flex spending accounts can be used. Receipt will be provided. We do not accept Medicaid as a secondary to PPO/ HMO or any combined medicare plans.
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Foot And Ankle Treatments In Michigan
For our patient’s convenience, we offer our service for Hallux rigidus surgery in Adrian, MI, Hallux rigidus surgery in Ann Arbor, MI, and Hallux rigidus surgery in Jackson, MI locations. We have our own digital x-ray, MRI, Cat-scan, and ultrasound equipment at many of our podiatry clinics. Our on-site podiatric physical therapy clinics allow for constant communication between the physicians and physical therapists, ensuring the most effective therapy and successful recovery for our patients.
