Common foot and ankle conditions include a variety of injuries, deformities, and chronic diseases that affect the lower extremities. Plantar fasciitis is a prevalent condition characterized by inflammation of the plantar fascia ligament, causing heel pain, especially in the morning. Achilles tendinitis involves inflammation of the Achilles tendon, often due to overuse or repetitive stress, resulting in pain and stiffness in the back of the heel.

Ankle sprains are another frequent condition, occurring when the ligaments supporting the ankle are stretched or torn, usually due to sudden twisting or rolling of the ankle. Bunions are bony bumps that form on the joint at the base of the big toe, leading to pain and deformity. Other common conditions include flat feet, where the arches of the feet collapse, causing pain and gait abnormalities, and fractures, which involve breaks in the bones of the foot or ankle. Treatment for these conditions varies from conservative measures, such as rest, ice, compression, and physical therapy, to surgical interventions for more severe cases.