Why should rehabilitation after sports medicine surgery not follow time alone?

A timeline gives only a rough stage. Progress is determined by pain, swelling, range of motion, strength, movement control, tissue healing, and what was done during surgery. Moving too quickly may increase failure risk; moving too slowly may lead to stiffness and loss of function.

Do flat feet need corrective insoles?

Painless flat feet usually need no specific treatment. If sport repeatedly causes arch, ankle, knee, or lower-leg pain, orthoses, foot and ankle strengthening, calf flexibility, and running-load review may help. Rigid flatfoot or new one-sided collapse requires further assessment.

Can hallux valgus affect running or ball sports?

Yes. Hallux valgus can cause pain on the inner side of the big toe, shoe irritation, abnormal forefoot loading, and weak push-off. Early care includes footwear changes, spacers, intrinsic foot strengthening, and load adjustment. Persistent pain with marked deformity may warrant surgery assessment.