As an Orthopedic surgeon, I have always used the expression “does it make sense?” when thinking about treatments. Bisphosphonate treatment for osteoporosis just doesn’t make sense. Bone is a dynamic tissue—it is constantly changing, building up new bone to replace old and damaged bone. Osteoporosis commonly results when bones breakdown faster than they can build up. […]
Top 5 Reasons Barefoot Running is Best
Barefoot running has gained popularity in the past several years. Barefoot running is a style,not actually running barefoot. You can wear a shoe that is made to simulate barefoot running (MBT Masai Barefoot technlogy), or an Intrinsic muscle activating shoe (5 Finger Vibram), or just land on the ball of your foot. Proponents say that […]
Running Injuries: Causes & Prevention
A recent study of the Harvard Cross Country team examines how and why runners sustain ankle and foot injuries. The study, published in Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise, analyzed four years worth of statistics about Harvard runners. Researchers found a correlation between how a person runs and the likelihood of their getting injured. […]
The Art of De-Casting
Note: This is a guest blog by Bonnie Siegel, an endurance athlete and former patient of Dr. Silverman. Most people win sponsorships by way of impressive podium finishes, amazing splits, and breaking course records. Me? I fall and crash. It was a beautiful day for a run. I carefully maneuvered down the steep trail, dodging rocks and leaves […]
How to Decide Between Surgical and Non-surgical Treatment
With ankle and foot problems, there are three general treatment options. Live with it, do nothing. Most people never choose this option. This is only a good option if the risk of doing something strongly outweighs the benefit of treatment. Non-surgical treatment. This includes options like physical therapy, bracing, casts, injections, and medicines. Many […]