Learn about recovering at home after endoscopic plantar fasciotomy (EPF).

EPF is one of the surgeries used to treat chronic strain of the plantar fascia. It is done as an outpatient procedure. It takes about an hour to do and may be done at a hospital, a same-day surgical facility, or in your healthcare provider's office.

Exams of the feet and ankles make sure that your child's bones are growing correctly. Your healthcare provider can also make sure that your child is walking correctly. This helps prevent some future foot problems. And if a problem does arise, it can be handled early—when it is easiest to treat.

Having strong, healthy feet allows your child to walk, run, and play. Read on to learn what to expect with your baby's and toddler's developing feet.

First, your healthcare provider tries to determine the cause of your problem in order to suggest ways to relieve pain. Here you will find some suggestions to reduce symptoms..

Plantar fasciitis is a condition that causes foot and heel pain. Learn more about it, including symptoms, causes, and treatment.

If your symptoms are mild, medicines may be enough to reduce pain and swelling. For more severe arthritis, surgery may be needed to improve the condition of the joint.

Degenerative arthritis is a condition that slowly wears away joints. Learn how this can affect you if it occurs in your foot.

Gout is caused by too much uric acid in the blood. Left untreated, it can cause painful foot and joint deformities.

Gout is a disease that affects the joints. Left untreated, it can lead to painful foot deformity and even kidney problems. The good news is that by treating gout early, you can ease pain and help prevent future problems.