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What is the definition of Freiberg's Disease?
Freiberg's disease is rare condition that primarily affects the second or third metatarsal (the long bones of the foot). Common signs and symptoms include pain and stiffness in the front of the foot, which often leads to a limp. Affected people may also experience swelling, limited range of motion, and tenderness of the affected foot. Symptoms are generally triggered by weight-bearing activities, including walking. The exact underlying cause of Freiberg's disease is currently unknown.
What are the alternative names for Freiberg's Disease?
  • Freiberg's disease
  • Freiberg's infraction
  • Freiberg-Kohler syndrome
  • Kohler's second disease
  • Osteochondrosis of the metatarsal head, usually the second
  • Second metatarsal osteochondrosis
Who are the top Freiberg's Disease Local Doctors?
Mark A. Reed
Advanced in Freiberg's Disease
Podiatric Surgery | Orthopedics
Advanced in Freiberg's Disease
Podiatric Surgery | Orthopedics
2409 North 45th Street, 
Seattle, WA 
Experience:
11+ years
Languages Spoken:
English
Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth

Dr. Mark Reed is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon providing specialty care of all foot and ankle disorders. He treats both adolescents and adults with a special focus on sports-related injuries, including ankle instability, cartilage lesions, and Achilles tendon injuries. He also performs joint replacements and reconstructive surgery for degenerative conditions such as arthritis and tendon dysfunction. In addition, he provides state-of-the-art treatment in the areas of fracture care and sports medicine.Dr. Reed worked for seven years as a mechanical engineer for a contractor to the Department of Defense before changing careers and enrolling in medical school. As an engineer he designed missile guidance systems and was part of the team that developed the jet engine for the F-22 Advanced Tactical Fighter.He earned his medical degree at the University of Alabama School of Medicine. His background in engineering fostered an interest in orthopedics, driving him to an orthopedic surgical residency at the University of Massachusetts. As a chief resident, he was selected as the recipient of the esteemed John J. Monahan award, given to the physician who best embodies patient-centered care.After his general orthopedics training, Dr. Reed was accepted at the Union Memorial Hospital Foot and Ankle Fellowship in Baltimore, Maryland, considered to be one of the most prestigious foot and ankle fellowship programs in the country. He trained under three of the leaders in the foot and ankle community, including the recent president of the American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society, and participated in cutting-edge biomechanical and clinical research during his time in Baltimore.He has undergone advanced training in ankle joint replacement, including the Scandinavian Total Ankle Replacement (STAR) prosthesis, as well as in reconstructive procedures, including bunion, hammertoe, and flatfoot deformity correction.Dr. Reed is excited to join the Seattle medical community and to experience all the Pacific Northwest has to offer. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with his wife and his three sons. He also enjoys golf, tennis, working out, and spending time outdoors. Dr. Reed is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Freiberg's Disease. His top areas of expertise are Synovial Osteochondromatosis, Morton Neuroma, Tendinitis, and Freiberg's Disease.

Advanced in Freiberg's Disease
Podiatric Surgery
Advanced in Freiberg's Disease
Podiatric Surgery
535 E 70th St, 
New York, NY 
Languages Spoken:
English

David Levine is a Podiatric Surgeon in New York, New York. Dr. Levine is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Freiberg's Disease. His top areas of expertise are Achilles Tendon Rupture, Freiberg's Disease, Tendinitis, and Morton Neuroma.

 
 
 
 
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Advanced in Freiberg's Disease
Podiatric Surgery | Orthopedics | Sports Medicine
Advanced in Freiberg's Disease
Podiatric Surgery | Orthopedics | Sports Medicine

Promedica Central Physicians

2865 N Reynolds Rd, Bldg A, 
Toledo, OH 
Languages Spoken:
English, Malayalam
Accepting New Patients

Thomas Padanilam is a Podiatric Surgeon and an Orthopedics provider in Toledo, Ohio. Dr. Padanilam is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Freiberg's Disease. His top areas of expertise are Tendinitis, Osgood-Schlatter Disease, Osteochondritis Dissecans, and Freiberg's Disease. Dr. Padanilam is currently accepting new patients.

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Published Date: May 02, 2022
Published By: Genetic and Rare Diseases Informnation Center