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 and Treating Ingrown Toenails
Ingrown toenails are a small injury that can cause a lot of foot pain. An ingrown toenail occurs when your toenail presses horizontally into the flesh of your toe, instead extending forward as it’s supposed to grow. Preventing ingrown toenails is ideal, but you can also treat them once they set. Below, we share five tips […]
Running Speed Impacts Knee Stress
New research suggests that the speed at which you run impacts just how much stress you’re putting on your knees. According to a new study published in the Journal of Orthopedic and Sports Physical Therapy, you can actually put less stress on your knee by running faster. To test their hypothesis, researchers asked a group […]
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