What are the most frequently occurring foot and ankle problems?
Sprains and strains of the ankle account for about 60 percent of all foot and ankle injuries. Over 2 million Americans seek treatment for plantar fasciitis (heel pain) each year. It is estimated that 6-9 million Americans have toenail fungus. About 2.7 million Americans with diabetes will develop foot ulcers. Other common foot and ankle problems include tendonitis, bunions, hammertoes, ingrown nails, neuromas, sesamoiditis, shin splints and stress fractures.
