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What are some of the common podiatry problems associated with laxity?

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Common sprain: Habbitual ankle sprain is one of those. I see a few patients with that. I recommend ankle bracing and physical therapy for strengthening. If ineffective, may even consider surgery.

Answered 12/5/2018

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Several things: Sprains and strains woul be the most common problems. You could also have dislocations of joints depending on the extent of the laxity.

Answered 6/18/2012

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Flat feet: Bunions, plantar fasciatis. A propulsive gait. Are a few common problems.

Answered 10/4/2016

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Chronic: Ankle sprains, bunions, flat feet.

Answered 9/22/2015

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Ligament laxity: May or may not cause a problem. It does not necessaroy have too. It can lead to hypermobility of joints which in turn can lead to biomechanical issues such as bunions or flatfeet.

Answered 9/22/2015

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Dr. Payam Rafat answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Many possible: Bunions, flat feet, calluses etc...

Answered 10/24/2017

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Dr. Richard Taddeo answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Most common thing : I see is an increased chance of ankle sprain.

Answered 11/9/2014

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Dr. Lee Stein answered

Bunions Flatfeet: Ligament out laxity can be associated with Bunions, Flatfeet, splaying of the feet. I also see ankle join instability and hyperpronation, which can cause bunions, tailor's bunion(bunionette). Neuromas, tarsal tunnel syndrome, hammertoes, and Posterior Tibial Tendonitis can all be related to hyperpronation.

Answered 1/15/2015

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Pain: Joint pain to sprain ligaments. Unstable joints

Answered 1/1/2016

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Laxity: Laxity commonly can lead to ankle instability, plantar fascial issues, flexible flat feet that can cause gait abnormalities, formation of bunions, and fatigued feet.

Answered 2/15/2016

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