The Park Clinic, Specialised Orthopaedics

Foot and Ankle

Mr Mark Blackney exclusively treats disorders of the foot and ankle.

He has prepared the following information sheets and operation guidelines to assist his patients.

Bunion Treatment: Scarf / Akin Osteotomy - Patient Information

Bunions are a common deformity in our community. They occur due to a muscle imbalance that is either inherited or caused by inappropriate footwear. Bunions worsen as we get older and can eventually cause pain and deformity.

The Scarf / Akin Osteotomy as a treatment for bunions is explained.

Ankle Arthritis - Patient Information

Ankle arthritis is the loss of cartilage lining the ankle joint and usually occurs slowly over a period of years. The most common cause is a previous injury, but in some patients it may occur as part of a more widespread process such as rheumatoid arthritis, haemophilia or gout.

Non-operative and operative treatment options are explained.