Is it possible to use ankle arthroscopy to treat bone spurs on the ankle? Osteophytes, more commonly known as bone spurs, typically develop where bones come together, which is why they are most often found in the joints. Despite the image of a “spur” being anything but smooth, bone spurs actually are smooth, just like…
Continue reading…Is a Lisfranc Injury More Serious Than a Sprain?
How is a Lisfranc injury different from a sprain, and which is the more serious injury? Foot and ankle injuries are very common, especially among athletes and those involved in other types of rigorous activities. Injuries to the foot are classified based on whether there is damage to bone, ligament or tendon. If a bone…
Continue reading…Foot Fracture Treatment
Do broken bones in the foot always require surgery? We ask a lot of our bodies and, more often than not, take for granted that the demands we make on them will simply be done. Usually, this happens automatically, without even a pause on our part to think about how all of the various parts…
Continue reading…Preventing Foot and Ankle Sports Injuries in Youngsters
Foot and ankle orthopedic surgeons deal with a great many sports injuries, too many of them in children and teenagers. It is widely known that keeping our youngsters active is important to maintaining their physical and emotional health, not to mention combating the obesity epidemic. Nonetheless, too much sports activity of the wrong type can…
Continue reading…How Ankles Break and How They Heal
If you’ve been unfortunate enough to break your ankle, you know how painful this common injury is. Though by no means catastrophic, a fractured ankle can be disabling for months and may require surgery. As with other fractures, the type and severity of the injury will determine treatment options and length of recovery. Unless you…
Continue reading…Ankle Fusion to Treat Severe Pain of Arthritis
Does ankle fusion surgery relieve arthritis pain in the ankle? The legendary actress Bette Davis is quoted as saying “Old age is no place for sissies.” She might well have been talking about the seemingly inevitable manner in which the body rapidly starts racking up aches and pains as we get older. Arthritis would likely…
Continue reading…Adipose Derived Stem Cells for Tissue Repair
Can stem cells be used to relieve the pain of arthritis in the feet and ankles? Worldwide, the number one cause of joint pain and impaired mobility is osteoarthritis (OA). Just in the U.S., we spend more than 100 billion dollars per year on various treatment methods, ranging from non-invasive behavior modification recommendations to total…
Continue reading…What Causes Morton’s Neuroma?
Does Morton’s neuroma always cause pain? It’s possible to have the condition known as Morton’s neuroma and never be aware of it. Morton’s neuroma is the most common form of neuroma that affects the foot. It is a mass of nerve tissue, typically benign, that is usually found surrounding the nerve that runs between the…
Continue reading…Avoiding Hammertoes
Can wearing shoes that do not fit properly cause hammertoes? Hammertoes tend to develop when the muscles in the toe, usually the second or third toe, get out of balance. As this happens, pressure builds up in the tendons and joints that ends up pushing the toe into a shape resembling a hammer. Often, the…
Continue reading…Understanding Modern Ankle Replacements
Here in New York, we get a lot of questions about how ankle replacements work—and if they are the right option for everyone. That answer, of course, depends on a lot of factors, including the severity of your ankle concern and the overall health of the patient. Regardless, we are always happy to offer clarity…
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