Four foot and ankle issues you should never ignore

“Toughen up!” “Push through it!” “Pull it together!” For generations, these phrases have been yelled by coaches, parents, teammates and more from Brooklyn basketball courts to ice rinks upstate. And, as a nation, we celebrate athletes who persevere through the pain to win big, remembering them as legends as the years pass. It’s no wonder…

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What Athletes Should Know about Peroneal Tendon Injuries

Ankle pain. Tenderness and swelling. Recurrent popping sensations. Weakness and instability. These ailments might seem common among athletes—and you might feel inclined to “toughen up” and push through the pain when they occur. But if you play a sport that requires constant motion (think running, football, soccer, baseball or basketball) and are experiencing these symptoms,…

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