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Which condition is characterized by the free edge of a nail plate penetrating the surrounding skin?
Which condition is characterized by the free edge of a nail plate penetrating the surrounding skin?
- Plantar fasciitis
- Ingrown toenail (correct)
- Corns
- Hammer toe
What is the treatment for soft corns located between the toes?
What is the treatment for soft corns located between the toes?
- Washing the foot 2x a day
- Soaking and scraping off the horny layer (correct)
- Using orthotic devices
- Felt padding with an adhesive backing
What is a discretely thickened area of the skin that forms due to persistent pressure or friction?
What is a discretely thickened area of the skin that forms due to persistent pressure or friction?
- Plantar fasciitis
- Soft corn
- Callus (correct)
- Ingrown toenail
What is recommended to remove pressure from bony protuberances on the foot?
What is recommended to remove pressure from bony protuberances on the foot?
Which condition involves a flexion deformity of the interphalangeal joint, often caused by tight socks or shoes?
Which condition involves a flexion deformity of the interphalangeal joint, often caused by tight socks or shoes?
How are soft corns kept soft between the toes?
How are soft corns kept soft between the toes?
What is the main characteristic of plantar fasciitis?
What is the main characteristic of plantar fasciitis?
How can plantar fasciitis pain be relieved?
How can plantar fasciitis pain be relieved?
What is a common cause of ingrown toenails?
What is a common cause of ingrown toenails?
Which condition is characterized by a thickened area of skin on the foot due to pressure or friction?
Which condition is characterized by a thickened area of skin on the foot due to pressure or friction?
What is a typical treatment for corns?
What is a typical treatment for corns?
Which of the following is NOT an orthotic device used for plantar fasciitis?
Which of the following is NOT an orthotic device used for plantar fasciitis?
What term is used to describe a foot with an abnormally high arch and a fixed equinus deformity of the forefoot?
What term is used to describe a foot with an abnormally high arch and a fixed equinus deformity of the forefoot?
Which foot condition is characterized by the presence of tender calluses under the metatarsal area?
Which foot condition is characterized by the presence of tender calluses under the metatarsal area?
What treatment may be performed to reshape and stabilize the foot in severe cases of Pes cavus?
What treatment may be performed to reshape and stabilize the foot in severe cases of Pes cavus?
Which foot problem may be alleviated by orthotic devices to reduce pain and protect the foot?
Which foot problem may be alleviated by orthotic devices to reduce pain and protect the foot?
What is the medical term for the deformity known as a bunion?
What is the medical term for the deformity known as a bunion?
What is one of the symptoms of acute bursitis in the foot?
What is one of the symptoms of acute bursitis in the foot?
