Like most New Yorkers, I love the Internet. It simplifies scheduling, allows me to connect with loved ones in an instant, and offers a world of information at my fingertips. What I don’t love is the misinformation that can spread online. Sometimes, I see patients experiencing an Achilles rupture who are confused or misunderstand what…
Continue reading…Advances in cartilage repair lead to quicker healing time
During last year’s season opener against the New York Giants, Dez Bryant, wide receiver for the Dallas Cowboys, broke his right foot. As ESPN reported, the injury dramatically impacted his play, putting him on the sidelines for weeks and leading to a host of surgeries — including a stem-cell injection to help his foot heal….
Continue reading…What to expect when recovering from an Achilles rupture
If you’re an athlete, any major injury can seem like a major setback. At best, you’ll be on the sidelines for a few days — and at worst, you’ll never play again. It’s not unusual for the athletes I treat to be bummed about being hurt. I get it — missing practices, competitions and training…
Continue reading…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,…
Continue reading…The Achilles Tendon: What is it and How Do I Know if Mine is Hurt?
Ancient Greek culture tells the story of Achilles, a hero of the Trojan War and protagonist of the Iliad, whose biggest weakness, and ultimate downfall, was the place on his heel where his mother held on to him as she dipped him into the River Styx to try and make him immortal. This story, passed…
Continue reading…5 Strategies for Protecting the Achilles Tendon When Working Out
The last thing anyone needs while keeping up with their new year’s resolution to get in shape is to face a sports injury like an Achilles tendon rupture. Painful and debilitating, an injury to the Achilles tendon can take weeks to heal, especially if surgery is required. Unfortunately, an Achilles rupture tear is relatively common…
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