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A bunion forms when your big toe bends toward your other toes, resulting in a prominent bony bump that protrudes at the base of the big toe joint. Many lucky people have no symptoms when they have a bunion, or they might just have mild pain or swelling. However, for...

When tendonitis has you down, treatment is a must, but how do you know what to look out for symptom-wise? Fortunately, patients in Rockford, Elgin, and the surrounding areas can count on ankle and foot surgeon Dr. Biren Shah and his caring team at Midwest Foot & Ankle Associates for...

Are you mystified by sharp heel pain that seems to be at its worst when you take your first steps of the day? This is a hallmark symptom of plantar fasciitis, a common and often debilitating condition caused by inflammation of the thick band of connective tissue (plantar fascia) that...

Hammertoes—which cause the middle toe joints to become locked in a curled position resembling the top of a hammer—account for about 20% of all podiatry visits. While hammertoes can be painful, various treatments can prevent the problem from worsening and help realign the affected toes. At Midwest Foot & Ankle...