Conditions we treat
- Ankle fractures — bimalleolar, trimalleolar, Maisonneuve; most displaced fractures need surgical fixation
- Ankle instability — chronic giving-way after repeated sprains; treated with ligament reconstruction
- Achilles tendon rupture — sudden "snap" in the back of the leg; surgery returns athletes faster
- Flat foot (pes planus) — symptomatic flat foot with pain, especially in children and young adults
- Bunion (hallux valgus) — painful bump at the base of the big toe; corrected surgically when symptomatic
- Hammer toes — curled toes causing shoe pressure and pain
- Ankle arthritis — end-stage treated with ankle fusion or replacement
- Diabetic foot — Charcot arthropathy, chronic ulcers, infection management
Ankle fracture — why surgery usually wins
Most displaced ankle fractures heal better with surgical fixation than in a cast. Precise reduction and fixation allows earlier movement, better alignment, and significantly lower risk of long-term ankle arthritis. A cast-treated displaced ankle fracture that heals even slightly crooked often leads to chronic pain within 5–10 years.
Achilles tendon rupture
The Achilles is the strongest tendon in the body — but when it ruptures (usually during a sudden sprint or jump), it is debilitating. Surgical repair stitches the tendon ends together, restoring full push-off strength. Most patients return to recreational sport by 6 months. Non-surgical treatment in a boot is an option for sedentary patients.