Orthopedist checking patient's foot

How Do Flat Feet Affect Your Overall Health?

Some health conditions are very isolated. For instance, breaking your pinky will likely affect only your pinky and perhaps some nearby areas in your hand. A condition like flat feet, however, can affect more than just your feet. This article will explain how flat feet can impact other aspects of your health. About Flat Feet…

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Platelet-Rich Plasma for Achilles Tendon Injury

Can platelet-rich plasma be used to treat an Achilles tendon injury? The Achilles tendon, which runs down the back of the leg to the heel, is the largest tendon in the body. Pretty much every movement we make with our lower body, including walking, running, dancing, turning, jumping, going up stairs, even just standing up,…

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A few tips for preventing foot pain

Did you know that each foot has 26 bones, 33 joints, and more than 100 ligaments, muscles, and tendons? That makes feet one of the most complex parts of our bodies! If you’ve ever dealt with foot pain, you know how frustrating it can be. Aches in your lower limbs can impact your daily activities…

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