The ankle is one area of the body that is commonly injured. Twisting the wrong way, colliding with a person or object, and landing in a certain position are all easy ways to injure your ankle and cause swelling. If you’re experiencing swelling, you may be suffering...
Many foot and ankle problems can often be caused by shoes that don’t fit, are too tight, and don’t have enough room. A proper-fitting, well-padded pair of shoes can keep your feet and ankles healthy and reduce everyday wear and tear. Staring at racks of shoes can be...
Sometimes, a foot injury is too severe to be treated with non-operative methods. After being evaluated, your physician may determine that surgery is the best option to treat your injury. While you may be apprehensive to undergo foot surgery, it may be the only option...
Not all orthopaedic sports and spine injuries require surgery, and many can be treated with non-operative methods. While these treatments are less invasive than surgical procedures and require less preparation, it’s still important to be informed so you know what to...
Athletes involved in sports, especially contact sports, are likely to experience an injury at some point in their athletic career. Even when they take precautions and wear protective gear, injuries can still occur. It’s particularly important to take a spine injury...