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Adult Acquired Flatfoot Deformity 成人扁平足

By Dr. Diane Tai Hei-yan March 5, 2021Foot, Patient Education

Introduction Adult acquired flatfoot deformity (AAFD) is also known as posterior tibial tendon (PTT) dysfunction or insufficiency. More recently, some literature described it as progressive collapsing foot deformity (PCFD). They…

Plantar Fasciitis 足底筋膜炎

By Dr. Diane Tai Hei-yan March 4, 2021Foot, Patient Education

Introduction Plantar fascia is a thick fibrous band from the tubercle of calcaneus (heel bone) towards the toes. [Figure 1] Its function is to support the longitudinal arch of the…

Hallux Valgus 拇趾外翻

By Dr. Diane Tai Hei-yan January 25, 2021Foot, Patient Education

Introduction Hallux valgus is a progressive forefoot deformity with deviation of big toe towards the lesser toes. It is more common in women and 70% of the affected have positive…