A variety of foot conditions are directly caused by excessive or repetitive stress on a particular area of the foot and ankle. Too much activity and exertion can lead to conditions like shin splints, tendonitis or plantar fasciitis. Limiting stress on the area, at least in the short-term, is typically advised as part of a […]
The Importance of Bone Density Screening in Men: A Case Study
Last week, I saw a patient in my clinic who had a stress fracture. While he wasn’t in the typical age group of men who develop osteoporosis, he did have other clear risk factors that suggested that osteoporosis was certainly in play. As I discussed my concerns about the development of his condition with him, […]
Three Common Misconceptions About Foot Fractures
With so many different bones in the ankle and foot, it’s pretty easy to see how acute trauma or repetitive stress can lead to one or more bone breaks in the area. If your foot starts hurting, you may try to do a self-assessment to determine the extent of the damage, and if you’re not […]
Surviving “Quitter’s Day” And Keeping Your New Year’s Resolutions
Happy Quitter’s Day! Although the actual date is somewhat up for debate, many in the industry peg the second Friday in January as “Quitter’s Day,” or the day when most people give up on their New Year’s resolutions. We shared some tips on our blog last week on how you can work to keep your […]
“Walk It Off” And Other Bad Foot Advice
Far more often than not, the advice we receive from friends and family is helpful, but sometimes their advice ends up being less than stellar. It’s not uncommon to receive bad health-related advice from a loved one, and that’s partly because health-related issues are so unique to the individual. However, other pieces of advice are […]
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