What are Foot and Ankle Treatment and Surgery?
The Foot and Ankle department is a distinct sub-speciality under Orthopaedic care dedicated to the mechanics of the lower extremities of the body. It addresses conditions that affect areas from the toes to the lower leg with an aim of restoring stability, alignment and function that’s pain-free. Our feet and ankles form the foundation of our mobility. They bear our full weight and adapt to every step we take. Injury, deformity or arthritis can disrupt this system and can impact mobility in a profound way, making simple daily activities a challenge.
A foot and ankle specialist is trained to provide expert care. They are responsible for everything from non-surgical foot pain treatment to advanced reconstruction, to ensure patients can live and move with ease.
How we walk, our activities, or underlying health can all be affected by disruptions to our feet and ankles. If traumatic injuries, like fractures, ligament tears or sprains and tendon ruptures, are experienced, they need to be carefully managed to avoid long-term instability. Degenerative conditions like osteoarthritis, for instance, can wear down the joints of the ankle or midfoot. Another major category treated are structural deformities, which cover things like bunions, hammertoes, flat feet and high arches, all of which can cause secondary pain and calluses.
Inflammatory arthritis, nerve disorders and chronic overuse injuries can also impact our mobility. Each type demands a specific understanding as treatment is situational. Care for a sports injury differs greatly from care for a progressive arthritic deformity. No matter the condition, at NMC in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman, Ras Al Khaimah, Al Ain and across the UAE, our team of specialists provides care for all types of conditions affecting the foot and ankle.
