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When To See An Orthopedist: 5 Symptoms Warranting A Trip To The Doctor

March 2, 2022 It’s not uncommon to experience aches and pains in our muscles and joints from time to time. This can be… Read More »

Hammer Toe

January 4, 2022 What is a Hammer Toe? A hammer toe is a deformity of the second, third, or fourth toes that causes… Read More »

Metatarsal Fractures

January 4, 2022 Anatomy of the Metatarsals The structure of the foot is complex, consisting of bones, muscles, tendons, and other soft tissues.… Read More »

How is Achilles Tendonitis Treated?

February 5, 2021 The Achilles tendon is the largest tendon in the body. It is a fibrous connective tissue that links the muscles… Read More »

How to Manage a Sprained Ankle

February 3, 2021 Ankle sprains can range from minor to severe and treatment will depend on the severity and location of the injury.… Read More »

What is hallux rigidus?

June 29, 2020 The most common site of arthritis in the foot is at the base of the big toe. This joint is… Read More »

What is Morton’s Neuroma?

June 22, 2020 A neuroma is an abnormality of a nerve. Morton’s neuroma is a thickening either of the nerve between the bones… Read More »

Is it bad to wear flip-flops?

June 19, 2020 According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, nearly 25,000 people visit the emergency room every year for flip-flop related injuries.… Read More »

What is a Bunion?

June 17, 2020 Hallux valgus, more commonly referred to as a bunion, is a painful bony bump that develops slowly on the inside… Read More »

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What is Plantar Fasciitis?

June 15, 2020 The most common cause of pain on the bottom of the heel, plantar fasciitis occurs when the strong band of… Read More »