Atrophic forefoot fatpad

The skin and fat under the heel and ball of the foot should be able to withstand the pressure of walking. Over time, these fat pads may become thin and loose, and fail to cushion the feet.

There are no surgical treatments for this condition, however, we can provide patients with custom-made orthotic shoe insoles to improve comfort.

 

The following list is a summary of conditions typically associated with the foot and ankle. For full details of our treatments and procedures for conditions, please
contact us.

• Posterior ankle impingement (including Os Trigonum)

• Anterior ankle impingement

• Posterior tibial tendon dysfunction

• Peroneal tendinopathy/subluxation

• Non-union of fracture

• Subtalar joint osteoarthritis

• Flexible pes planus

• Tarsal coalitions

• Midfoot osteoarthritis

• Big toe sesamoid conditions

• Atrophic forefoot fatpad

• Ingrown toenail

• Fungal nail infection

• Onychogryphosis

• Accessory navicular

• ‘Tendonitis’

• Ruptured Achilles tendon

• Biomechanical problems

• Traction periostitis - ‘Shin Splints’

• Chronic compartment syndrome