Tarsal CoalitionA tarsal coalition is an abnormal connection of two or more bones in the foot. The bones affected — called tarsal bones — are located toward the back of the foot and in the heel, and the connection of the bones can result in a sever

Stress Fractures of the Foot and AnkleA stress fracture is a small crack in a bone, or severe bruising within a bone. Most stress fractures are caused by overuse and repetitive activity; they are common in runners and athletes who participate in ru

Vertical TalusVertical talus is a rare deformity of the foot that is diagnosed at birth. Because babies are born with the condition, it is also known as congenital vertical talus. It is one of the causes of a flatfoot in the newborn. One foot, or b

Talus FracturesA talus fracture is a break in one of the bones that forms the ankle. This type of fracture often occurs during a high-energy event, such as a car collision or a fall from a significant height.Because the talus is important for ank

Toe WalkingToe walking is a pattern of walking in which a child walks on balls of his or her feet, with no contact between the heels and ground. Toe walking is common in children who are learning to walk. After the age of 2, however, most children

Ankle Fractures (Broken Ankle) A broken ankle is also known as an ankle "fracture." This means that one or more of the bones that make up the ankle joint are broken. A fractured ankle can range from a simple break in one bone, which may not stop yo

Sever's DiseaseSever’s disease (also known as calcaneal apophysitis) is one of the most common causes of heel pain in growing children, especially children who are very physically active. It is an inflammation of the growth plate in the calcaneus (

Adult Forearm FracturesYour forearm is made up of two bones: the radius and ulna. In most cases of adult forearm fractures, both bones are broken.Fractures of the forearm can occur near the wrist at the farthest (distal) end of the bone, in the m