Lance Silverman, MD - Phoenix Foot & Ankle Surgeon

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May 23 2023

Preventing Flip Flop Foot Pain This Summer

The summer weather appears here to stay, and if you’re like most people getting ready for Memorial Day and the rest of summer here in Minnesota, odds are you’re rearranging your shoe closet and dusting off your sandals and flip flops from winter storage. Sandals are a refreshing change from winter boots, but they can […]

Written by Lance Silverman, MD · Categorized: Foot Injury, Injury prevention · Tagged: flip flop, flip flop foot pain, sandal buying guide, sandals, sandals foot pain

Jun 06 2017

The Dos and Don’ts Of Buying Sandals

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Sandal season is in full swing, and while you may enjoy the warmth of the sun on your toes, your feet sometimes get the short end of the stick during the summer. That’s because sandals rarely offer your foot much arch support, which can lead to pain and discomfort. Recently, the American Podiatric Medical Association […]

Written by Lance Silverman, MD · Categorized: Foot Injury, Injury prevention, Study · Tagged: are sandals bad for your feet?, best sandals, buying sandals, sandal buying guide, sandals

May 20 2016

Summer Sandal Buying Guide

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Summer is here, and that means it’s sandal season. Whether you’re rocking your sandals down to the lake or while you’re playing with your kids in your backyard, you’re going to want to ensure your feet are protected in your minimalist footwear. So to get you off on the right foot (pun intended) when looking […]

Written by Lance Silverman, MD · Categorized: Ankle Injury, Foot Injury, Injury prevention · Tagged: best sandal features, buy sandals, sandal, sandal buying guide, sandal season

Apr 14 2015

5 Tips for Buying the Right Sandals

Sandal season is almost here, and that means it’s time to put the winter boots away and dust off your favorite pair of open-toed shoes. If you need a new pair of sandals, we’re here to ensure you buy a pair that will keep your feet from aching. Below, we share five tips for buying […]

Written by Lance Silverman, MD · Categorized: Education, Foot Injury, Injury prevention · Tagged: best sandals, buying sandals, sandal buying guide, sandal buying tips, tips for buying sandals

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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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