How to get rid of Corns, Calluses and Warts
Corns and calluses are frequently found on feet of patient's in various age groups. But how do they differ and what are the treatment modalities available to deal with them?…
Running with shin splints and how to heal them?
"Mr. Stiff Morning Runner has been trying to get fit again. Working at an office, he spends much time sitting in front of the computer which has resulted in gradual…
Your Snapping, Rolling ankle: how to get better?
While ankle instability and sensation of snapping frequently occur together, these are two completely different structural and functional foot and ankle problems. They do occur secondary to similar injuries and…
What to do when you sprained your ankle?
So you doing some shopping with your favorite people at this new gorgeous outdoor mall, shopping bag in one hand and Starbucks in the other, when…bam…the coffee is up in…
Everything you wanted to known about ingrown toenails but were afraid to ask!
What is the best way to treat ingrowing nails? Among foot and ankle problems I see on daily bases, ingrowing nails definitely takes top 5. Ingrowing nails are very common…
Should you really stop smoking before foot and ankle surgery?
So who are the cigarette smokers in the United States? According to United States Center for Disease Control, smoking is the leading cause of preventable death in the United States.…
How to treat sun burned feet?
With the world connected by travel and internet, the time of the year is no longer a limiting factor on taking a vacation to a warm spot. When I think…
Does PRP really work for foot and ankle pain?
What is the big deal about PRP? PRP is not a new treatment modality! It has been used by various medical specialties since at least 1950s. The “rich” part of…
How to avoid injury with diabetic neuropathy?
Diabetes and associated diabetic complications are on the rise. The number of individuals with diabetes world wide is expected to reach over 350 million by year 2030. In the United…
How to get a Second Opinion for Foot and Ankle Surgery?
Because foot surgery, especially if it is a revisional/repeat foot surgery, is a major decision, the topic of getting a second opinion frequently comes up during pre-surgery discussion. But what…