Physical therapist Nate Riess discusses the acute and chronic causes of foot pain and explains when physical therapy is an effective treatment.
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Dr. Scott Pepin explains what meniscus cartilage is, how it functions in the knee joint, and why this tissue is so central to knee health.
Dr. Anderson explains what a buckle fracture is, why children are at risk for this injury, and explains the symptoms and treatment for this injury.
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Addressing Achilles tendon repair, Dr. Anderson discusses both surgical and nonsurgical treatments, with tips for evaluating the best option.
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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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Learn about the symptoms that distinguish a ganglion cyst from a foot cancer. When a painful bump appears on your toe joint or the bottom of your foot, it...
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Dr. Anderson explains that although Lisfranc injuries can be mistaken for simple sprains, they are much more serious. Foot injuries are common in competitive sports. In fact, half of...
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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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These arthritis-safe exercise guidelines will help you confidently maintain an exercise program that won’t cause further damage to your joints. As we age, it is more likely than not...
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We think of arthritis as an old person’s disease, and view knee and hip replacements as procedures reserved for elderly patients. Dr. Hansen talks about the common myths surrounding...
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