Rheumatoid arthritis is a degenerative condition that can cause problems in your joints. It typically beings in smaller joints, like in your fingers or toes, and then it can progress to larger joints, like your ankles. But how does this condition affect your ankles, and how can it be best treated? We answer those questions […]
Why Does My Ankle Lock Up?
Does your ankle randomly lock up once in a while, causing pain and stiffness in the area? The problem may be more common than you think. Oftentimes when an ankle catches or “locks up,” the individual is dealing with what’s known as an osteochondral lesion. Below, we explain what’s going on in your ankle when […]
August And Your Feet
Taking care of your feet is a year-round process, so to help, we thought we’d put together a monthly guide to help you get through some of the challenges each month and season may bring. We’re starting the series with August, which presents a lot of challenges for parents and kids alike. Below, we take […]
Factors Driving Hospital Readmission After Ankle Surgery
If you need to have an operation performed, you hope that once you’re discharged from the hospital, you don’t have to go back. Unfortunately, that’s not the reality for some people who suffer complications or require additional treatment. Recently, researchers took a closer look at what factors drove hospital readmission and total cost after ankle […]
Minnesota Doesn’t Overprescribe Painkillers For Ankle Sprains
A new study published in the Annals of Emergency Medicine took a closer look at which states dole out the most prescription painkillers for ankle sprains and which ones are more likely to rely on other treatment methods. Considering that opioid overdoses kill roughly 90 Americans a day, it seems like it would be a […]
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