What Is Flatfoot?
Summit foot and ankle orthopedic surgeon Samuel Russ, M.D., discusses the definition, causes, and treatment for flatfoot. Although you may know the term “flatfoot,” chances are you don’t know...
Achilles Tendon Tear [Video]
Ask the Expert: Foot and Ankle Video Series About the video: What is an Achilles tendon tear and what are my treatment options? Achilles tendon tears generally affect patients...
Ask Dr. Pepin: When Do You Use an Allograft ACL Repair?
Dr. Scott Pepin reviews the difference between an autograph and an allograft ACL repair, explaining which patients benefit most from an allograft repair.
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Ask Dr. Anderson: What’s the Best Achilles Tendon Repair?
Addressing Achilles tendon repair, Dr. Anderson discusses both surgical and nonsurgical treatments, with tips for evaluating the best option.
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Ask Dr. Anderson: Could I Have a Heel Fracture?
Your heel pain could flag a heel fracture requiring expert evaluation and treatment. We don’t realize how much we depend on our heels until they hurt. Is a painful...
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Dr. Anderson Discusses Achilles Tendon Injuries
Dr. Anderson explains why prompt care is important when the Achilles tendon is damaged. The fabled vulnerability of the Achilles tendon is rooted in Greek mythology. The goddess Thetis...
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Ask Dr. Scofield: What Are the Symptoms of Tendinopathy?
Pain in your kneecap, heel, elbow, or other joints could signal tendon damage. Dr. Scofield describes the symptoms of tendinopathy and explains when ongoing joint pain should be medically...
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Ask Dr. Scofield: What’s the Difference Between Tendinitis and Tendinopathy?
Tendinitis and tendinopathy are two of the terms used to describe painful tendon conditions. Dr. Kirk Scofield explains what these terms mean and how our understanding of tendon pain...
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Know The Most Common Basketball Injuries
Basketball is a fast-paced game with explosive action that puts particular stress on feet, ankles, and knees. Understanding how stress is linked to injury is the first step to...
Genetic Influences on Orthopedic Risk
Everyone is susceptible to bone and joint problems, but studies suggest that genetics influence your degree of risk for certain orthopedic conditions, and may also influence the success of...