General foot conditions can develop from a young age, or not present until later in life. Most problems that occur are due to wear and tear, with no specific cause for the onset of symptoms. For some there can be a specific injury sustained. Below are some of the common conditions treated by Mr. Cichero.
Cavus Foot
Cavus Foot
Cavus foot refers to a high arched foot. This can be due to genetics or due to neurological problems. Read more >>
Diabetes
Diabetes
Diabetes, if poorly controlled, can be a silent deadly disease to your feet. Usually complications that arise in your feet such as loss of feeling (neuropathy), and ulcers, are the first signs that the disease is also damaging your heart, kidneys and eyes. Read more >>
Flat Feet
Flat Feet
Patients with flat feet can be due to a congenital or hereditary problem, or it can develop later in life due to injuries to the foot. Read more >>
Foot Arthritis
Osteoarthritis
This is a condition where the cartilage wears out due to abnormal wear and tear. Read more >>
Heel Pain
Plantar Fasciosis
Heel pain, also known as Plantar Fasciitis is a common condition that causes pain under the heel or the arch of the foot. The pain is often worse after periods of rest, such as first thing in the morning. Read more >>
Metatarsalgia
Metatarsalgia
You have got metatarsalgia which means pain in the ball of the foot. This may affect just one joint or several joints. Read more >>
Morton's Neuroma
Morton's Neuroma
A swelling around the nerve to two of your toes. Sometimes the swelling can cause the two affected toes to be pushed apart. Read more >>
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Forefoot Reconstruction
Rheumatoid arthritis causes many or all of the toes to buckle and deform, making the joints in the forefoot prominent. Rubbing on the joints makes them red and painful. Read more >>
Soft Tissue Mass
Soft Tissue Mass
Soft tissue masses are quite common around the foot and ankle. There are many types of masses that can occur such as a ganglion, cyst, bursa, fibroma. Read more >>