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Central Virginia Foot and Ankle

Michael A. Goldman, DPM

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  • Xanthomas of the Achilles Tendon
    Category: Foot Problems, Achilles Problems

    Xanthomas are cholesterol deposits that appear in the Achilles tendon. High cholesterol levels can cause the formation of these cholesterol deposits, which appear as small lumps. Aside from treating the underlying cholesterol problem, treatment for xanthomas may require taking a biopsy of the lesion

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  • Peroneal Tendon Dislocation/Dysfunction
    Category: Foot Problems, Achilles Problems

    Peroneal tendons are two tendons that support two important foot muscles (peroneus brevis and peroneus longus) that originate on the outside of the calves. These two muscles allow you to roll to the outside of the foot while standing. Peroneal tendons are also called stirrup tendons because they help

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  • Achilles Tendonitis
    Category: Foot Problems, Achilles Problems

    The Achilles tendon is the largest tendon in the human body and can withstand forces of 1,000 pounds or more. It also is the most frequently ruptured tendon, usually as a result of a sports injury. Both professional and weekend athletes may suffer from Achilles tendonitis, a common overuse injury and

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    • Arch and Ball Problems
    • Common Foot Injuries
    • Deformities
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