Mark W. McFarland, DO When I consult with patients about their spinal conditions, I often see them for pain which occurs in their limbs, shooting down an arm or a leg, perhaps even into the foot and toes. These patients are typically surprised when, after x-rays and a thorough physical examination, I tell them that… Read more »
Robert J. Snyder, MD As a busy Orthopaedic physician who has practiced for many years, I have treated numerous patients in my career, of all ages, genders, from all socioeconomic backgrounds and with different careers. I think it gives me a unique perspective on the issue of how to avoid some of the most common… Read more »
Joel D. Stewart, MD In Part I of this series, I discussed medical conditions and issues that weren’t orthopaedic in origin which could cause foot and ankle swelling, and I also alerted you to some of the usually experienced reasons for temporary foot and ankle edema. Today, my focus will be on the most common… Read more »
Joel D. Stewart, MD As an orthopaedic physician who specializes in the treatment of the foot and ankle, I see many patients who come to me with swollen feet and/or ankles. I can treat those patients for whom there is a musculoskeletal reason for the swelling, but some patients have other clinical reasons for their… Read more »
Joel D. Stewart, MD Pain in the arch of the foot is a common reason for which patients seek treatment from an Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Specialist, especially when they have tried home remedies, OTC pain relievers and drug store orthotics with no relief. In this article, I’ll discuss a few of the most common… Read more »
Jenny L. F. Andrus, MD Nerve pain is varied, and patients may describe it in the following terms: stinging, burning, stabbing, numb, heavy, tickling, sore, aching, throbbing, shocking, tingling, pressure, “pins and needles” or just plain weird. It can also make the affected area sensitive to touch or cold and make normal pleasurable stimuli feel… Read more »
Jamie Swale, DPT Bunion Repair Surgery is a common surgery of the foot, more often performed for women in middle age, but certainly seen in men and in other age groups as well. Bunion Repair Surgery or bunionectomy, can be complex and require foot reconstruction by a qualified foot and ankle orthopaedist to be done… Read more »
Jim Koske, PT, MPT Bunions are one of the most common foot problems in America and one in three people will get at least one in their lifetime. Women are affected disproportionately more than men, but we aren’t sure why. We know that inherited foot issues and bad foot mechanics play a role in their… Read more »
Joel D. Stewart, MD One of the most commonly seen issues with the feet are bunions. Even if you aren’t a physician, you probably can recognize a bunion when you see one. The main characteristics of a bunion are 1) a large, knobby looking bump on the inside of the big toe, which may be… Read more »
Boyd W. Haynes III, MD Bicycling is a wonderful exercise for anyone who wants to stay fit, be outdoors and it can be as competitive or as laid back as you want it to be. You can race with others in your age bracket in a ranked sporting event or you can take your cruiser… Read more »