How can you tell when your running or walking shoes aren’t giving you the support you need? Check out this article that will help you recognize when to replace those kicks and how to….

Posterior Tibial Tendonitis is a common condition that affects the posterior tibial tendon, which plays a crucial role in stabilizing the ankle and supporting the arch of the foot. This condition is characterized by inflammation or degeneration of the tendon and can lead to…

Completing a 50K race is a challenge for sure, pushing the boundaries of your endurance and mental strength. However, the recovery process is just as crucial as the training leading up to the race. As a sports medicine physician, I’ve seen many athletes…

Rolling your ankles while walking or running is a common and frustrating issue that can lead to pain, discomfort, and even serious injury. Understanding why this happens is the first step in preventing it..

Pain on the bottom of your foot can often be attributed to plantar fasciitis, a common condition characterized by inflammation of the plantar fascia. But what exactly is the plantar fascia, and why is it so important?

Total ankle replacement, also known as ankle arthroplasty, is a surgical procedure designed to replace a damaged ankle joint with an artificial implant. This surgery is typically recommended…

Diagnosing a bunion is straightforward with a radiograph or X-ray. There are various treatment options available, both surgical and non-surgical. While non-surgical treatments won't reverse the bunion, they can

An accessory navicular is an extra piece of bone or cartilage located on the inner side of the foot, near the navicular bone. While not always problematic, it can lead to discomfort or pain, especially during physical activity or when wearing tight shoes.

Plantar fasciitis is a common condition characterized by inflammation of the plantar fascia, a thick band of tissue that runs along the bottom of the foot, connecting the heel to the toes. Understanding its diagnosis and treatment options…

The Brostrom repair is a surgical procedure aimed at stabilizing the ankle joint after lateral ligament injury. Patients who need this surgery often have repeated ankle sprains and ongoing issues with performance and balance.

Sesamoiditis is inflammation of the sesamoid bones, which are small bones located beneath the big toe joint in the foot. Understanding its diagnosis and treatment options is crucial for effectively managing this condition and alleviating pain and discomfort.

Bunion is the name for a prominent bump along the side of your big toe. If you notice a swollen, painful big toe, you may have a bunion. More than one-third of women in America have bunions. Bunions often are hereditary, but they also develop from wearing tight shoes.

A hammertoe is a deformity of the second, third, or fourth toe. In this condition, the toe is bent at the middle joint, so that it resembles a hammer. Hammertoes could potentially develop into a fixed/rigid deformity that may require more aggressive surgery to correct.

A fracture is a partial or complete break in a bone. In the ankle, fractures involve the far (distal) ends of the tibia and/or the fibula. Some distal tibia fractures can involve the rear (posterior) part of the bone, which also are known as posterior malleolar fractures

Morton's neuroma is a thickening of the tissue that surrounds the small nerve leading to the toes. It occurs as the nerve passes under the ligament connecting metatarsal bones in the forefoot (front part of the foot). It may feel like you are walking on a stone or a marble.

Platelets are small cells in the blood that help form clots to stop bleeding. Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) is a patient’s own concentrated platelets. PRP contains a large number of growth factors, which are thought to stimulate healing. When PRP is injected, it can aid the body’s natural healing of injuries.

The pain and stiffness you feel in your feet and ankles as you age could be arthritis. If left untreated, this nagging pain can get worse over time, eventually making it difficult to walk even short distances. Severe arthritis can restrict your mobility, but with proper treatment, you can minimize the pain and maximize your quality of life.

A Lisfranc injury involves the joints and/or the ligaments of the midfoot (middle of the foot). The Lisfranc is a ligament of the foot that runs between two bones called the medial cuneiform and the second metatarsal.

A Jones fracture is the name often used for a fracture at the base of the fifth metatarsal, the bone on the outer side of your foot. Jones fractures are one of the most common foot injuries. This broken bone may heal slowly because of poor blood supply to the area.

A calcaneus fracture is a broken heel bone. There are two types of calcaneus fractures: one involves the subtalar joint and one does not involve the joint. Symptoms of a heel fracture include pain, swelling and bruising of the heel. Patients usually are unable to walk. In fractures with severe swelling, blisters may develop around the heel.