Since your feet are comprised of a number of different small bones, they can fracture in multiple places or at odd angles when exposed to acute trauma. Sometimes the best way to ensure that these bones and joints heal correctly is by inserting plates, screws or other hardware. Some of these pieces stay in your […]
Fixing Foot Problems Without Surgery
In most cases, surgery is a last resort to a problem. If non-surgical and surgical interventions will produce similar results, odds are the doctor is going to recommend the non-invasive route. In the end, it comes down to the wishes of the patient, but there’s really no need to open you up if physical therapy […]
The Misconceptions about Cosmetic Foot Surgery
Anyone who regularly reads this blog knows that I’m not a fan of cosmetic foot surgery. Every so often I have to explain to a patient why I will not preform the foot “facelift” operation they so desperately covet. My explanation is clear and concise. If you aren’t experiencing pain in your foot before the […]
The 10 Must-Haves after Foot Surgery
If you have to have surgery on your foot, you might also have a long recovery period ahead of you. You know you will have to keep your weight off your foot for a certain length of time at the very least. While you go through your recovery, there are plenty of things that you […]
Accessory Navicular Removal Surgical Process
An accessory navicular is defined as an extra bone in the foot, and oftentimes it causes moderate to severe discomfort. Depending on the severity, your doctor may recommend a non-surgical treatment to alleviate the pain, or surgery if treatment doesn’t decrease symptoms. Here is an explanation of the surgical process for Accessory Navicular Removal. Pre-surgical Care Follow […]
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