Red light therapy is emerging as a potent treatment that supports the body’s healing properties including foot and ankle problems and painful neuropathy and it may be a valuable complement to doctor-prescribed treatments for neuropathy, pain and numbness in the...
Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadWe have been taught by many years of practice and schooling that traditionally our first treatment of choice and the standard of care for chronic and acute pain is the use of anti-inflammatory medication. This can include oral...
Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadWelcome back to What the Foot podcast and Happy Halloween. With winter on the way and the end of open toes shoes and sandals, we are going to discuss ingrown toenails, why we get them, how to fix them, and how to prevent them. I...
Neuromas Morton’s neuroma is an enlarged nerve that usually occurs in the third interspace, which is between the third and fourth toes (see image above). Signs and Symptoms 1. Pain between the 3rd and 4th toes most commonly, but can occur between other toes as well....
Diagnostic Ultrasound of the Foot & Ankle A diagnostic ultrasound system provides an image of patient’s internal organs or soft tissue by transmitting short bursts of ultrasonic energy into the body, producing echoes as the energy bursts encounter acoustic...
Ankle Sprains The ankle is one of the most frequently injured joints in athletes. 90% of the time the ligaments on the outside of the ankle are injured. The anatomy of the ankle consists of 3 bones: talus, tibia, and fibula. The ankle consists of 7 major ligaments: on...
Nerve test for neuropathy Different nerve test for neuropathy Sensory examination The most important exam for testing for neuropathy is the neurological physical examination in the office. This exam consists of deep tendon reflex, proprioceptive exam, sharp and dull...
Modified mini inverted scarf bunionectomy provides a stronger result. This also allows easier screw fixation and shorter healing time. I performed this surgery today with great results and a happy patient, well, at least until the anesthesia wears...
