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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?
Dr. James K. Deorio
Orthopedics
Dr. James K. Deorio
Orthopedics

Duke Health Integrated Practice Inc

40 Duke Medicine Cir, 
Durham, NC 
 (73.4 mi)
919-684-8111
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James Deorio is an Orthopedics provider in Durham, North Carolina. Dr. Deorio and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Freiberg's Disease. His top areas of expertise are Flat Feet, Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, and Gorham's Disease. Dr. Deorio is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Janak K. Choksi
Hematology Oncology | Oncology
Dr. Janak K. Choksi
Hematology Oncology | Oncology
1236 Huffman Mill Rd, Suite #120, 
Burlington, NC 
 (41.6 mi)
336-538-7725
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Janak Choksi is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and an Oncologist in Burlington, North Carolina. Dr. Choksi and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Freiberg's Disease. His top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Angiosarcoma, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Clear Cell Sarcoma. Dr. Choksi is currently accepting new patients.

 
 
 
 
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Dr. James T. Chandler
Podiatric Surgery | Orthopedics
Dr. James T. Chandler
Podiatric Surgery | Orthopedics

Dlp Western Carolina Physician Practices LLC

581 Leroy George Dr, Suite 300, 
Clyde, NC 
 (156.3 mi)
828-452-4131
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James Chandler is a Podiatric Surgeon and an Orthopedics provider in Clyde, North Carolina. Dr. Chandler and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Freiberg's Disease. His top areas of expertise are Clubfoot, Tendinitis, Bunions, Plantar Fasciitis, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Chandler is currently accepting new patients.

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