We had a lot of foot-related questions come in to our blog this weekend, so instead of responding to our readers individually, we thought the responses could make a good blog post. If you have a question for Dr. Silverman, submit it in the comments below. Below are some questions from our readers. Q: Five weeks […]
How To Treat Ankle Stiffness
Have your ankles ever felt sore, swollen or tight? You were probably dealing with ankle stiffness. Stiffness in your ankles isn’t actually an injury itself, it’s a symptom of a larger issue. Today, we talk about some conditions that could be causing your ankle stiffness, and how to treat the problem. What’s Causing My Ankle […]
Half of All Ankle Sprains Occur While Playing Sports
Nearly half of all ankle sprains occur while a person is playing sports, according to data from the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons. Moreover, basketball is far and away the most dangerous sport for ankle injuries, as more than 40 percent of ankle sprains occur on the hardwood. Here’s a closer look at the data: […]
5 Tips For Preventing Adult Softball Injuries
We provide a lot of different tips for helping prevent sports injuries, but these pieces of advice are usually aimed at high school athletes. That said, students aren’t the only ones playing organized sports. Many adults still find time to lace up their shoes and play in a league once or twice a week, so […]
Why Is It Called Your Achilles Tendon?
Your Achilles tendon is one of the strongest tendons in your body. The tendon is crucial in helping facilitate movement, running and a host of other activities on your feet. Since it’s such an important tendon, tearing your Achilles can be one of the most crippling foot injuries, which is followed by months and months […]
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