Do you have chronic foot, ankle, or lower leg pain? Have you failed conservative treatment options such as oral medications, orthotics, cortisone injections, braces and other modalities? Are you interested in a non-surgical treatment option for chronic pain, fasciitis, tendonitis, or other chronic trigger point pain? Then shockwave therapy may be an effective option for you.
The athletic patient, whether recreational or elite, may suffer from injury or disease of their lower extremities, yet few remain as frustrating and elusive as chronic induced compartment syndrome. Oftentimes, X-rays or even MRIs can be inconclusive. Studies have shown that there is an approximately 22 month delay in proper diagnosis.
There is nothing worse than dealing with a nagging athletic injury. Whether you are an elite athlete or a weekend warrior, the guiding principles of treatment and prevention of common sports injuries all remain the same. Here we will discuss the top five reasons why athletic injuries occur and provide some insight on how to prevent them.
Spider, reticular, and varicose veins are often the first and most visible signs of an underlying long-lasting venous disorder. Their appearance, pattern, position within the different skin layers, and size (diameter) are the main features that define these abnormal veins. Spider veins or telangiectasias are enlarged blood vessels of less than 1 mm in diameter within the dermal layer of the skin.
It’s been said that “the littlest feet, make the biggest footprints.” Perhaps that’s why pediatric podiatrists and orthopedists are so busy. As podiatrists, foot and ankle surgeons, and orthopaedists, we treat a vast array of pediatric foot problems and ankle ailments.
We have all seen celebrities, like Oprah, walk down the red carpet in beautiful shoes, but displaying a large bunion. We question, “how did their feet get so bad?” Well, Oprah is not alone.
Unfortunately, many have heard of Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy (DPN) and suffer from the various effects of the disease. Before we dive into things, let’s define the terms.
An ulcer is a breakdown in the skin, resulting in an open sore. Generally, the ulcer is round and it may have a thickened border. Ulcers may bleed, drain or cause pain and can occur anywhere on your lower extremities. Learn about how to prevent and heal diabetic wounds/ulcers.