The fusion of multiple bones in the foot or ankle is a complex surgery, and healing takes some time after the last suture is stitched. For most individuals, fusion healing takes between 6-10 weeks depending on the specific operation, but some people need more time to recover. When healing takes longer than expected, it is […]
What Should I Know Before Foot Surgery?
Although Dr. Silverman has performed thousands of foot surgeries, most people who undergo an operation are doing so for the first or second time. This means that most patients are unfamiliar with what they should expect heading into the operating room. Below, we share five things we want patients to know before they undergo foot […]
How To Safely Use Crutches
If you suffer a foot fracture or undergo an operation on your ankle, you may need to be non-weight bearing or limited-weight bearing for some time. Casts and walking boots can help to take pressure off the foot, but sometimes even those devices place too much stress on the foot. Those cases often call for […]
Treating Midfoot Bone Spurs
Bunions are a common occurrence on the side of a toe joint, but what happens when a bony prominence develops in a different location, like on the top of your midfoot? Bone spurs can form in this location, and it is often classified as what’s known as a “tarsal boss.” Below, we take a closer […]
Can I Have My Surgical Hardware Removed?
Lately, the title of this blog has been one of the more frequent questions we’ve received through our contact form at the bottom of our blogs. A lot of people are wondering if they can get their foot hardware removed or when they’ll be able to have it removed. The answer to that question is […]
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