On Wednesday we shared a story of how doctors are recommending that ultrasound imaging be used to diagnose partial and full rotator cuff tears in lieu of MRIs, and now we’ve learned of another study that shows ultrasound can help diagnose and treat plantar fasciitis. Although the small study only involved 65 patients, researchers were […]
7 Tips For Recovering After Foot Surgery
You did it. You went under the knife and had a surgeon fix your foot or ankle ailment. Now that the doctor’s job is over, it’s your turn as a patient to put yourself in the best position to fully recover after foot surgery. Today, we share seven tips to aid in your recovery. 1. […]
Driving With Your Left Foot After Surgery
There are two questions I get every time a patient prepares for foot or ankle surgery. They are: When will I be able to return to work; and Will I be able to drive. Today we’ll focus on the second question. When you’ll be able to drive after surgery depends on numerous factors: Type of […]
The Top 5 Thanksgiving Injuries
Thanksgiving has come and gone, but many people still celebrate with family and friends through the holiday weekend. We want to get you through the holiday uninjured, so we thought we’d throw together a list of the top five Thanksgiving injuries along with tips to prevent them. Enjoy! 1. Burns – Cooking a turkey to […]
Extra-Depth Shoes Can Alleviate Pain In Seniors
A new study suggests that elderly patients who suffer from disabling foot pain should opt for shoes with a little extra depth. A study conducted by researchers at the Lower Extremity and Gait Studies Program at the School of Allied Health at La Trobe University found that seniors with foot pain saw significant improvement after […]
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