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Foot Surgery: Get Back on Your Feet
posted: Dec. 08, 2014.
When foot problems don’t respond to conservative treatments, your podiatrist may recommend surgery to relieve pain, correct a foot deformity or restore function in your foot and/or ankle. Podiatric surgery is Read more -
RICE: Early Treatment for Minor Foot Injuries
posted: Aug. 25, 2014.
An unexpected fall or twist can result in an injury of the foot or ankle, such as a sprain or strain. Immediate first aid can help prevent complications, reduce pain Read more -
Bunionectomy: A Surgical Solution to Bunions
posted: Aug. 25, 2014.
Characterized by a large, unsightly bump on the side of the big toe joint, bunions signal an underlying deformity in the structure of the foot. Left untreated, bunions may become Read more -
Running Shoes: Minimizing Foot Problems for Optimal Training
posted: Jul. 01, 2014.
If you’re a runner, then you know that your shoes are an integral piece of equipment when it comes to comfort, performance and injury prevention. Your foot type and function Read more -
Ready to Run? Visit Your Podiatrist First
posted: Apr. 22, 2014.
Your feet are made up of 26 bones, 33 joints, 112 ligaments and a vast network of tendons, nerves and blood vessels. Each of these parts works in harmony, enabling Read more -
Got Turf Toe?
posted: Apr. 22, 2014.
Turf toe is a sprain of the joint just below the big toe, also known as the first metatarsophalangeal (MTP) joint. Although it’s a condition most commonly associated with dancers, Read more -
What’s Slowing Down Your Game? It Could Be Faulty Foot Mechanics
posted: Feb. 20, 2014.
Biomechanics involve how the movements of your lower limbs and feet affect the rest of your body. When the feet aren’t working correctly, you may experience injuries and pains in Read more -
Are Your Feet a Pain in the Back?
posted: Jan. 23, 2014.
Your feet are the foundation of your entire body—complex structures consisting of 26 bones, 33 joints and 126 muscles and ligaments. They support your weight, act as a shock absorber, Read more -
Get Moving: Exercises to Strengthen Weak, Stiff Ankles
posted: Dec. 17, 2013.
Following an ankle injury, such as a sprain or in more serious cases, ankle surgery, you will inevitably lose some strength and range of motion after being immobilized for an Read more -
Chronic Ankle Instability: How to Strengthen Weak Ankles
posted: Nov. 18, 2013.
Chronic ankle instability (unstable ankle) is a condition characterized by a recurring “giving way” of the outer side of the ankle. It most often develops following an ankle sprain. When Read more -
Avoid Injury and Improve Your Game: How to Choose Athletic Shoes
posted: Oct. 15, 2013.
No matter what sport you play, the type of shoe you wear while playing your favorite game is one of your most important pieces of equipment. Choosing the most appropriate, Read more -
Stretch Your Way to Good Foot Health
posted: Sep. 16, 2013.
The feet bear a lot of stress from day to day. That’s why podiatrists recommend stretching as a great way to revitalize and strengthen the feet. Simple stretches can be Read more -
Stress Fractures: Don’t Put Off Painful Foot Injuries
posted: Aug. 15, 2013.
Stress fractures are notoriously misdiagnosed and under treated. In many cases, symptoms may persist for an extended period of time before the diagnosis of a stress fracture is even made. Read more -
Healthy Feet for Active Kids
posted: Jul. 15, 2013.
Healthy Feet for Active Kids The feet of children grow and change rapidly during their first year, reaching almost half their adult foot size. Many changes in children’s feet are a Read more -
Start Your Marathon Training off on the Right Foot
posted: Jun. 17, 2013.
Whether you’re training for your very first marathon or preparing for your tenth, it’s important to begin your training program on the right foot. A lack of experience coupled with Read more