Even though it’s my way of life, I understand that surgery, especially on an ankle or foot, is no fun to go through. Unfortunately, for many of my patients, it is often a necessity. Sometimes those I treat have waited quite some time to go through with a procedure. The reasons for waiting are varied,…
Continue reading…Here’s what you should know before your total ankle replacement
Up until recently, total ankle replacements were not too common. But more and more, patients are getting recommendations for this procedure. As the Wall Street journal reported, each year, around two million Americans visit the doctor for ankle pain from arthritis or fracture, and 50,000 people annually experience end-stage ankle arthritis, where the ankle has…
Continue reading…Four easy things you can do to help your foot and ankle health
When it comes to thinking about foot and ankle issues, the science can be a bit overwhelming. Feet and ankles are complex body parts with numerous bones, joints, and muscles all working together (and hopefully in harmony). While procedures like tendon reconstruction, ankle fusion, and hammertoe correction should be left up to the professionals to…
Continue reading…Keep your feet and ankles safe during spring sports
Spring has officially arrived! Say goodbye to bulky sweaters and chilly New York nights and hello to blooming flowers, chirping birds, and sunny skies! This is the season of change and fresh starts, and it’s beloved by many. But spring also brings an influx of injuries to our clinic. Each year, we see athletes of…
Continue reading…Removal of Surgical Hardware
Does surgical hardware have to be removed once healing has taken place? During many foot and ankle surgeries, hardware is used in order to stabilize the affected bones. Surgical hardware includes plates, screws, rods and other implants. In young children, such hardware is usually removed once the bones have healed to prevent problems with bone…
Continue reading…Air Travel after Foot or Ankle Surgery
How long should I wait to fly after having surgery on my foot or ankle? Of course the first person you should ask about air travel after foot or ankle surgery is your experienced, knowledgeable foot and ankle orthopedic surgeon. The doctor may or may not give you permission to fly, depending on the type…
Continue reading…Some Common Foot and Ankle Injuries Requiring Surgery
Which common foot and ankle surgeries typically require surgery? All serious foot and ankle injuries should be evaluated promptly. If there is any question about whether surgery may be necessary, that evaluation should be performed by a skilled, board certified foot and ankle orthopedic surgeon. Even injuries that seem relatively mild should be professionally diagnosed…
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…Sports Injuries Threaten NFL Preseason
Q: Would a shortened or eliminated preseason prevent football injuries? No doubt about it. Football is one of the most physically-demanding and brutal sports. It’s no surprise that it takes players a week to recover from the last beating—and that’s just the healthy players! Those who get badly injured during the game can take much…
Continue reading…Three sports with a high risk for foot and ankle injuries
Whether you’re an Olympian or on a rec league, get paid the big bucks by the New York Yankees or have to try out for the varsity team at the start of each school year, chances are pretty high that if you’re an athlete, you’ll get hurt at some point. But some sports have a…
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