The bump on the inner side of your ankle is called your medial malleolus. The bony prominence is part of your lower shinbone, and it plays a pivotal function in your ankle. Not only does it act as the anchor location for your deltoid ligaments, but it also plays a key role in weight bearing […]
Is My Ankle Broken Or Sprained?
Ankle injuries come in all different shapes and sizes, but two of the most common ankle injuries are sprains and fractures. These injuries oftentimes involve the same mechanism of injury and present with similar symptoms, but they are two separate injuries that warrant individual care strategies. In today’s blog, we take a closer look at […]
Super Running Shoes May Shave Off Seconds But Increase Injury Risk
“Super shoes” have become more popular among competitive and recreational runners, as they are designed to give the wearer a little extra propulsion when running, but new research suggests they may also increase a person’s risk of injury. According to statistics reported in PM&R, a journal of the American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, […]
Why Does My Big Toe Hurt?
The following is the first installment of our five-part series on why each of your toes may be in pain. To kick things off, we’re looking at a common source of foot pain, which is pain in the big toe region. Below, we take a closer look at what might be causing pain in your […]
How To Care For A Hairline Fracture In Your Ankle
If you’re dealing with some moderate to severe discomfort in your ankle despite not suffering acute trauma to the area, you may be dealing with the onset of a hairline fracture. Most people assume that a fracture only develops as a result of high-energy trauma, like from a car accident, a hard fall or from […]
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