Scott J. Ellis, MD is an Orthopedic surgeon, fellowship trained in foot and ankle surgery. He serves the communities of New York, NY. Dr. Ellis specializes in the treatment of various foot and ankle conditions which include acute tears, tendinosis, ankle fractures, and bunions. He has also performed numerous ankle replacements for severe ankle arthritis. To know more about his services, click on the topics below:
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A bunionectomy is a surgical procedure to remove a bunion. A bunion, also called a hallux valgus, is an enlargement of bone or soft tissues around the joint at the base of the big toe that results in the formation of a bump.
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Foot and ankle trauma refers to injuries that most commonly occur during sports, exercise or any other physical activity.
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The Achilles tendon is a strong fibrous cord present behind the ankle that connects the calf muscles to the heel bone. It is used when you walk, run and jump.
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Trauma and repeated stress can cause fractures in the foot. Extreme force is required to fracture the bones in the hindfoot.
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It is a surgical procedure performed to relieve pain and immobility due to severe end-stage arthritis that has not responded to non-surgical treatments.
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A stiff big toe, also called hallux rigidus, is a form of degenerative arthritis affecting the joint where the big toe (hallux) attaches to the foot.
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Ligaments are made up of elastic tissues that interconnect bones to one another. They bind the joint together, providing stability and support to the joint.
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Ankle instability surgery is performed to treat an unstable ankle and involves the repair or replacement of a torn or stretched ligament.
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A sprain is the stretching or tearing of a ligament. Ligaments connect adjacent bones in a joint and provide stability to the joint.
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