With each step you take, stress is channeled through your feet and toes, and over the course of years and decades this stress can lead to natural degeneration of some soft tissues. This degeneration is commonly felt in the biggest joint in your toe, which is located on your great toe. When this joint degenerates […]
Long Term Relief For Big Toe Arthritis
If you’e been following this blog, odds are you’re familiar with the Cartiva implant for treating big toe arthritis. Dr. Silverman was the first to offer the surgery in the area, and he’s considered one of the foremost experts on the implant. One of the biggest reasons why Dr. Silverman is a fan of the […]
Cartiva Implant Helps Athlete Become An All-American
However, toe arthritis can strike younger populations as well, especially athletes who subject their feet to stress and trauma on a regular basis. Recently, we heard the story of a young man who needed to undergo the operation in order to get back out on the court. Cartiva not only helped him resume his playing […]
5 Common Causes of Big Toe Arthritis
Big toe arthritis is one of the more common foot conditions people deal with as they get older, but thankfully we’re getting much better at treating it. However, if you know what causes the condition, you can take steps to prevent it. Today, we take a look at five common causes of big toe arthritis, […]
Dr. Silverman Talks Cartiva Implant With Fox 9
If you watched the news last night, you may have seen a familiar face. That’s because Dr. Silverman was interviewed by Fox 9 about the Cartiva implant! You can take a look at the news segment in the video below. It was wonderful to talk with Fox 9 and share the news about the Cartiva […]