The word hallux is medical speak for your big toe, so it stands to reason that hallux limitus and hallux rigidus are conditions that affect your big toe. Both conditions affect mobility in the digit, which can cause problems since a healthy big toe typically possesses between 60 and 90 degrees of dorsiflexion. Today, we […]
Concussions in Kids – Activity Or Long-Term Rest?
Concussions have been a hot topic in the last couple of years as our understanding of both the short- and long-term effects in children has grown immensely. Medical researchers have continued to study concussion severity and recovery protocols in order to ensure patients get the best care, and oftentimes one of the main questions centers […]
The Causes and Treatment Options For Heel Spurs
The heel bone is the largest bone in your foot, and it provides stability to your ankle joint. However, due to its size and location, it is also prone to injury. One condition that can set in is the development of a heel spur. These bony calcium deposits can form on the underside of the […]
Could Running Sounds Predict Injury Likelihood?
We’ve taken a look at a number of different studies that pitted forefoot strike running patterns vs. rearfoot strike patterns, and barefoot vs. shod runners in an effort to get a better understanding of the safest running techniques, but what if the sound you make when you run could help predict your injury likelihood? Researchers […]
Foot Doctor Explains Harrison Smith’s High Ankle Sprain
Vikings safety Harrison Smith’s season is in jeopardy after suffering a high ankle sprain in his left foot. The high ankle sprain is something that Smith has been dealing with for a couple of weeks. He suffered an initial sprain to his left ankle on November 20 against Arizona, but he continued to play through […]
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