It’s almost football season! Can you feel the excitement in the air? Are you ready for touchdowns, field goals, and interceptions? How about the inevitable bad calls, losing streaks and, sadly, injuries? Getting hurt definitely isn’t on the list of goals for college athletes and NFLers – or their coaches and fans. But, as with…
Continue reading…What to expect during an arthroscopy
In June, word spread that Robbie Rogers, a beloved defender for the LA Galaxy, would have to sit out of play for at least six weeks. His reason? An arthroscopic surgery on his ankle. “I am really sorry I won’t be playing tomorrow at our pride game, I had surgery on my ankle and will…
Continue reading…Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Injections
What role do PRPs play in healing? In recent years, a great deal of attention has been paid to the potential of platelet-rich plasma injections to speed healing from injuries and successfully hasten postsurgical recovery. Famous athletes, such as Tiger Woods, have received PRP for common sports injuries, such as chronic tendon injuries. Many athletes…
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…Foot Pain: Causes, Risk Factors, Treatment and Prevention Why do so many people suffer from foot pain?
Because of the complexity of the structure of the foot, which is made up of 26 bones, 33 joints, and 120 muscles, ligaments and nerves, and because the feet bear our whole body weight a good deal of the time, it is not surprising that foot pain is a common problem. As a matter of…
Continue reading…What Is Bone Marrow Stimulation?
If your ankle cartilage is damaged, you can get it repaired using a procedure called bone marrow stimulation. Also known as microfracture surgery, it is an arthroscopic procedure (i.e., a minimally invasive surgery). The cartilage is a connective tissue that provides cushioning and enables smooth and painless movement. A damaged cartilage can cause a lot…
Continue reading…Do You Have Chronic Lateral Ankle Pain?
Ankle pain can be, well, a pain. It can limit mobility and, if conditions worsen, can cause severe damage to the foot and ankle. Chronic lateral ankle pain, specifically, can cause pain, swelling, and tenderness. Although lateral ankle pain can only be diagnosed by a qualified physician, there are a few ways to determine if…
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