The fusion of multiple bones in the foot or ankle is a complex surgery, and healing takes some time after the last suture is stitched. For most individuals, fusion healing takes between 6-10 weeks depending on the specific operation, but some people need more time to recover. When healing takes longer than expected, it is […]
Firework Safety For Your Whole Body
The Fourth of July is almost here, and hopefully you have some time off that you can spend with friends and family to ring in the holiday. As doctors, the Fourth of July always gives us a little pause because of the potential for minor to catastrophic injuries. We want you to stay safe and […]
Treating Ganglion Cysts Of The Foot
Ganglion cysts are small fluid-filled masses that can develop on your foot. They are typically caused by weakness in the lining of a joint or tendon sheath. This weakness allows synovial fluid (fluid that helps to facilitate joint movement) to move out of the area and turn into a cyst-like pouch. Due to the structure […]
What Should I Know Before Foot Surgery?
Although Dr. Silverman has performed thousands of foot surgeries, most people who undergo an operation are doing so for the first or second time. This means that most patients are unfamiliar with what they should expect heading into the operating room. Below, we share five things we want patients to know before they undergo foot […]
Horizontal Running Force Impacts Injury Likelihood
When it comes to running injuries, a lot of the focus falls on your stride pattern and how often you are running, and rightfully so. However, a new study published in the Scandinavian Journal of Medicine & Science in Sports found that horizontal force plays a significant role in predicting a person’s running injury likelihood. Horizontal […]
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