Why Icing Is Important After Surgery
After you have orthopedic surgery, you may be sent home with instructions on icing the part of your body that… Read More
Foot and Ankle Posts
Preventing and Treating Achilles Tendon Injuries
The Achilles tendon goes down the back of your leg to your heel. It’s formed by three separate tendons drawing… Read More
What to Do When You Have Been Offered Elective Surgery
While I’m a spine surgeon, the ideas I talk about in this blog post work for all kinds of surgery,… Read More
Everything to Know About Bunions
Bunions are a bump on the inner edge of your foot, where your big toe connects to the rest of… Read More
Basic Running Tips
Running is a great form of exercise and is used by many to keep in shape. Unfortunately, nearly half of those… Read More
Foot and Ankle Exercises for Athletes
Physical therapist Amanda Garnett gives foot and ankle exercises to help the mobility, stability and strength of athletes.
Dos and Don’ts: Knee Braces, Slings, and Boots
Kris Paley, durable medical equipment equipment services manager, explains how to use knee braces, slings and boots properly and gives tips for first-time users.
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Kris Paley
Common Injuries of the Foot and Ankle
Information about acute and chronic foot and ankle injuries from Dr. John D. Duerden.
Achilles Tendonitis Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment
Most cases of Achilles tendonitis can be treated with at-home remedies under your physician’s supervision.
Causes and Prevention of Stress Fractures in the Foot and Ankle
Stress fractures are extremely common in feet and ankles. Follow these tips to help prevent them.
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Eli Reece