Learn About Seeking Treatment for Your Heel Pain
Heel Pain or Plantar Fasciitis in the most common overuse injury we see in our clinic. The condition commonly arises after any number of insults to the ligament. A few of which are performing an activity which strains the heel ligament, wearing unsupportive shoes during athletic activity, or excessive walking barefoot/socks only. Initial treatments include […]
When Chronic Ankle Instability Doesn’t Respond to Treatment
Ankle pain can disrupt your daily life. Some ankle issues are chronic conditions that may require a more aggressive treatment approach, usually resulting in ankle ligament surgery. Did you know that around 40 percent of people across the country suffer from ankle pain? And sometimes you will only be able to find relief from undergoing […]
What is arthrodesis toe? How to treat and recover?
To relieve pain from your big toe and the front part of your foot, you may need Arthrodesis Toe, which is a surgical procedure known as first Metatarsal-Phalangeal Joint (MTP) Arthrodesis. When Do I Need Arthrodesis Toe? The surgical procedure is designed to help relieve any pain in the front part of the point caused […]
When is My Injury Severe Enough to See a Podiatrist?
When suffering from a foot or ankle injury, it is best to seek the knowledge of a skilled podiatrist to examine your injury for a proper diagnosis and treatment plan. Your feet and ankles are complex and it is crucial to the foundation of your body to ensure that they are properly taken care of. […]
Difference Between a Broken Ankle and a Torn Ligament
If you are suffering from ankle pain, it can be hard to tell if you are suffering from a broken ankle or a torn ligament. Once you experience ankle pain, you should see a podiatrist to receive the proper diagnosis and treatment options, possibly ankle ligament reconstruction surgery. What is a Broken Ankle? If you […]
What is Neuroma Foot Surgery
Are you suffering from a painful foot or ankle condition? You might want to explore treatment options like neuroma foot surgery from an experienced podiatrist. Neuroma foot surgery is probably a treatment option that you are not familiar with, but it just might be the right solution for you. First, what is a neuroma? A […]
I Suffered an Ankle Injury, Do I Need Surgery?
Ankle injuries can be painful and can also be a burden to your everyday life. Some ankle injuries can be treated without the need of surgery, but some severe cases will require surgery to help you find relief from an ankle injury. Common Ankle Injuries There are some ankle injuries that are more common than […]
Recovering from Foot or Ankle Surgery
Foot and ankle surgery can be a scary, stressful, and overwhelming experience. With different treatment and surgery options available, there are many ways to recover from foot and ankle surgery. If the right steps are taken and you listen to your doctor, you will be able to recover quickly and effectively from any foot or […]
Some Inserts Lower Injury Risk
Some Inserts Lower Injury Risk Contoured orthotics designed to alter the gait while walking and running might help lower the risk of stress fractures, but shock-absorbing insoles probably won’t prevent these injuries, a recent review suggests. Researchers analyzed data from 11 trials of custom foot orthotics and seven studies of shock-absorbing insoles that, combined, included […]
New ‘Spicy’ Pain Reliever
New ‘Spicy’ Pain Reliever New ‘Spicy’ Pain Reliever hasFDA Fast Track Designation The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has given “fast track” designation to an injectable pain reliever containing a synthetic form of capsaicin. Capsaicin is the active ingredient that makes chili peppers spicy. First Use of Capsaicin as Analgesic The move speeds the development of […]
New feet pajamas? What you should know
The following helpful suggestions are from on-line bloggers’ experiences with Feet Pajamas… Babies spend a lot of time in footed pajamas similar kinds of clothing. They also spend a great deal of their day being slid into or out of assorted baby holders — swings, car seats, baby wraps and other carriers. See the following […]
Future of Prosthetic Limbs
Future of Prosthetic Limbs Like everyone in New England’s close-knit climbing community, Jim Ewing knew all about Hugh Herr, the young man who lost both legs below the knee to a 1982 Mount Washington ascent that killed one of his climbing partners. Herr not only returned to climbing, but he created bionic limbs that pushed the […]
Creative Ways You Can Improve Your Fat Grafting Foot Pain
Fat Grafting Foot Pain – Restoring Fat Loss in the Bottom of the Foot A breakthrough in treating foot pain is getting worldwide attention, Fat Grafting Foot Pain. Fran Borovitz liked to walk with her friends, but couldn’t do it anymore. “The ball of my foot, all across there, it was like bone. There was very little […]
Winter’s Balancing Act
Winter’s Balancing Act Winter’s Balancing Act – The wrong boot could lead to ankle, foot injuries. Winter’s popular women’s boots typically feature tall, spiked heels and narrow, pointed toes. These boots can make your feet unstable on snow- and ice-covered surfaces. A stylish low-heeled winter boot is a lot more fashionable than a cast and […]
Protect Feet & Ankles During Fall Yardwork
Protect Feet & Ankles During Fall Yardwork Protect Feet & Ankles During Fall Yardwork – As you rake leaves this fall and prepare your yard for the winter ahead, follow these tips to help keep your feet and ankles safe from injury: Wear the right shoes. No matter how mild the weather may be, don’t […]
