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Glossary of Terms

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Hallux limitus

The limited movement of the big toe joint restricting its ability to bend during walking

Hallux

Big toe

Haglund’s deformity

A bony spur at the back of the heel

Gout

An inflammatory arthritic condition commonly affecting the big toe joint caused by elevated levels of uric acid in the blood.

Ganglion

A fluid filled tissue mass usually attached to a tendon or tendon sheath

Gait analysis

Assessment and evaluation of one’s walking pattern which may be a contributing factor for foot, ankle and lower limb complications.