Foot ulcers are a condition categorized by a shallow opening or crater that develops on the surface of the skin. More serious cases involve deeper craters that can damage nerves, tendons and even bones. Today, we take a closer look at why ulcers develop, who is at the greatest risk for a foot ulcer, and […]
Understanding Flexible and Rigid Hammer Toes
Hammer toes are a condition categorized by a contracture or bending of a toe at the first joint of the toe, also known as the proximal interphalangeal joint. The bending forces the joint upwards and gives it the appearance that the individual is scrunching their toe on purpose, but oftentimes the contracture is involuntary. In […]
Understanding Hallux Limitus And Hallux Rigidus
The word hallux is medical speak for your big toe, so it stands to reason that hallux limitus and hallux rigidus are conditions that affect your big toe. Both conditions affect mobility in the digit, which can cause problems since a healthy big toe typically possesses between 60 and 90 degrees of dorsiflexion. Today, we […]
Trio Of Leg Fractures Sideline NFL Stars
Three prominent young NFL stars saw their seasons come to an end over the holiday weekend after they all suffered devastating leg injuries during their games. We’ll quickly recap all three injuries in this blog: Derek Carr The biggest blow to a team was dealt to the Oakland Raiders, who lost their starting quarterback and […]
Concussions in Kids – Activity Or Long-Term Rest?
Concussions have been a hot topic in the last couple of years as our understanding of both the short- and long-term effects in children has grown immensely. Medical researchers have continued to study concussion severity and recovery protocols in order to ensure patients get the best care, and oftentimes one of the main questions centers […]
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