Heel & Arch Pain
Pain in your forefoot that will not go away? You may have torn your plantar plate!
The plantar plate is a thick ligament-like structure located on the bottom surface of the metatarsophalangeal (MTP) joint in the foot. It attaches to the base of the toe and helps maintain stability and proper alignment of the joint. The plantar plate also serves to protect the joint against excessive pressure and stress during weight-bearing activities. Injuries to the plantar plate can lead to pain, instability, and deformity of the MTP joint.
September 14, 2023
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