Lance Silverman, MD - Phoenix Foot & Ankle Surgeon

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Jul 26 2022

New Hiking Boots Offer Smart Ankle Protection

We’re big fans of smart wearables that can help to reduce injuries – just take a look at our interest in the SAF-T vest – so it should come as no surprise that another smart wearable recently caught our eye. The Ascent hiking boot claims that it can help to prevent ankle injuries by using […]

Written by Lance Silverman, MD · Categorized: Ankle Injury, Injury prevention · Tagged: hiking boot, hiking boots, SAF_T, smart hiking boot, Terrein

Mar 23 2017

Preventing Foot Problems While Hiking

hiking foot pain

Hiking is a great way to spend the afternoon and get some exercise, but long excursions can take a toll on our feet. Today, we share four tips for keeping your feet pain free while going on a hike. Foot Pain and Hiking The best way to prevent foot problems as a result of hiking […]

Written by Lance Silverman, MD · Categorized: Ankle Injury, Foot Injury, Injury prevention · Tagged: best hiking boots, hiking, hiking boots, hiking foot pain, hiking injury prevention

Apr 13 2016

A Guide To Caring For Your Feet When Hiking

Hiking Boots Guide Foot

Whether you’re trying to hike the hills during the wet spring months, the hot summers or the windy but picturesque fall, there are some steps you’ll want to take to help care for your feet before, during and after your hike. Today, we share some of those tips. Hiking and Your Feet Here are some […]

Written by Lance Silverman, MD · Categorized: Ankle Injury, Exercise, Injury prevention · Tagged: best hiking boots, cheap hiking boots, hiking, hiking boots

Sep 10 2015

Tips For Keeping Your Feet Healthy When Hiking

Hiking in Minnesota

Estimates suggest that nearly 40 million Americans will go hiking this year. Exploring nature in all its beauty can be very enjoyable, but not if you suffer a foot or ankle injury. Today, we explore some ways to keep your feet injury-free while hiking. Hiking and Foot Safety Hiking-related injuries come in all shapes and sizes, […]

Written by Lance Silverman, MD · Categorized: Ankle Injury, Exercise, Foot Injury · Tagged: best hiking boots, cheap hiking boots, hiking boots

Aug 01 2013

A Helpful Guide to Buying Hiking Boots

Hiking boots can provide your foot with protection and support as you navigate your way through the wilderness, but how do you know which type of hiking boot is right for you? Below, we share some tips for choosing the right hiking boots for your ambitions. Picking your style There are four common styles of […]

Written by Lance Silverman, MD · Categorized: Ankle Injury, Education, Exercise · Tagged: a guide to buying boots, hiking boots, hiking boots tips, trail boots

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Dr. Lance Silverman is a board certified orthopaedic surgeon, with specialty training in the management of conditions of the ankle and foot. Read More…

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The information contained on this site is intended to provide only general education about foot & ankle surgery and conditions. It should NOT be regarded as diagnostic, treatment or any other type of specific medical advice to anyone. On this site, Dr. Silverman periodically provides assessments and commentary on specific procedures that individuals have undergone. These assessments do not indicate that Dr. Silverman has performed these specific surgeries. Individuals should always consult a licensed and qualified health care provider for evaluation, diagnosis and treatment recommendations regarding their specific medical problems.

Pima Center Clinic

8405 North Pima Center Parkway
Suite 101
Scottsdale, AZ 85258

Arcadia Clinic

3033 North 44th Street
Suite 100
Phoenix, AZ 85018

High Street Clinic

5355 East High Street
Suite 113
Phoenix, AZ 85054

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Dr. Silverman provides orthopedic ankle and foot care throughout Arizona, including the cities of: Phoenix, Scottsdale, Pima Center, Arcadia, High Street, Paradise Valley, Fountain Hills, Gilbert, and more!

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