If you have instability issues when walking, there are a variety of root causes that might be producing your difficulties. Abnormal gait, the pattern of how you walk, can happen as a result of genetics, disease, trauma, or infection. Specific diseases that lead to instable walking include osteoarthritis, Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s, MS, and Lyme diseases. A […]
Pain after bunion surgery varies from patient to patient, but most often it is less painful than what is anticipated. 80% or more of our patients cease using pain medication 3-4 days after surgery. We employ the use of the OnQ Painbuster pain pump to minimize post operative discomfort for many bunion repair procedures.
Depending on the severity of your bunion there are many surgical procedures available. With each procedure the goal is to realign the joint, relieve the pain and discomfort, and correct the deformity. Each type of specific procedure to correct a bunion comes with different healing times. Around 80% of our patients stop taking pain medication […]
No, most often we let you shower and change your own bandages after your first post-op visit. In the past we recommended patients keep the surgery site dry to avoid risk of infection—even clean water can carry contaminants. According to a recent study in the Journal of Foot and Ankle Surgery involving more than 2,000 […]
Many different problems could cause big toe pain. If you have a hard bulge at the base of your toe, you may have a bunion. If the toe is stiff and moving it is uncomfortable, you may have arthritis. Sharp pain after an injury could be a fracture or a sprain, like turf toe. Sudden […]
The structure of bones, muscles, tendons, ligaments, and nerves within the foot is complex; an injury to even one area can make it difficult to move around. Foot surgery, whether to restore function, fix a deformity, or repair damage after an injury, can be traumatic to the foot. Following the proper post-operative instructions is crucial […]
It is important to know the recommended procedures and typical recovery time for foot surgery before you even go into the operation. This will help you be able to plan accordingly for post-operation care. You may require a nerve-blocking procedure prior to your surgery. This will likely leave your foot numb afterwards which can last […]
The reasons for heel pain are varied. Most frequently, heel pain is due to a condition called plantar fasciitis, which is the inflammation of a long ligament on the bottom of your foot. Typically, the heel and/or arch hurts with the first few steps out of bed in the morning or after sitting for a […]
The acronym EPAT stands for a relatively new technology called Extracorporeal Pulse Activation Treatment. Its primary use in podiatric medicine is to treat the soft tissue found in the feet and ankles. Approved by the FDA, the EPAT increases the blood flow and the metabolic rate of the soft tissue that is treated by using […]
Orthotics include shoe inserts, braces, and pads. They can be purchased over-the-counter at your local drug store, or custom made by prescription. The goal of these devices is to protect the feet, improve biomechanics, and properly align the feet and ankles. Eliminating pain is the main focus. How can orthotics help with sore feet? Common […]
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