When Is an Ankle Fracture Not Really an Ankle Fracture?
Let’s talk about the “ankle fracture” that’s really just a fancy sprain. There’s a common ankle injury that shows up on X-rays as a fracture but behaves more like an ankle sprain. The culprit? A fibular avulsion fracture. What exactly is it? How does it happen? And how should it be treated? It’s a familiar […]
Summer Sun and Your Feet: What You Need to Know
As summer approaches, more people are kicking off their shoes and enjoying the warm weather in sandals or bare feet. But while soaking up the sun can feel great, don’t forget that your feet need protection too! Sunburned feet aren’t just uncomfortable — they can be extremely painful. Just imagine trying to squeeze burned, blistered […]
Foot Injuries in Golf
As the weather gets warmer, more people will be heading to the golf course. Golf has often been called “a good walk, spoiled.” It can be frustrating and challenging—but also rewarding and a great form of exercise. That said, golf can also cause injuries. While many golf injuries involve the upper body due to the […]
When an Ankle Sprain Isn’t Just an Ankle Sprain!
If you’re like most people, you’ve probably twisted your ankle at some point (Figure 1). Maybe you were walking on uneven ground or playing a sport, and suddenly your ankle rolled inward. You felt a sharp pain on the outside of the ankle, and the area swelled up quickly. Walking might have been difficult or […]
Calf Tears, Achilles Ruptures, Achilles Tendonitis, and Plantar Fasciitis: How are These Conditions All Related?
NFL stars Russell Wilson (calf muscle tear), Aaron Rodgers (Achilles tendon rupture), Christian McCaffrey (Achilles tendonitis), and Justin Herbert (plantar fasciitis) have all suffered from major orthopedic issues in the last 12 months. On the surface these are all very different orthopedic diagnoses. However, the mechanism by which these injuries occurred is actually quite similar! […]
Common Basketball Foot and Ankle Injuries
With the NBA playoffs in full force, college star Caitlyn Clark beginning her WNBA career: and the Paris Olympics on the horizon basketball is taking center stage in the sports world. Unfortunately, foot and ankle injuries such as ankle sprains, calf tears, plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendonitis, and stress fractures are an all too common occurrence […]
Stubbing Your Toe: The Manageable, the Bad, and the Ugly!
Almost everyone has suffered a stub toe at some point. You inadvertently smash your foot into a solid object -often at night when you’re half asleep. A swear word may be uttered! Almost immediately searing pain emanates from the stubbed toe or toes that have been injured. A marked limp ensues. So, what actually happens […]
Who is Likely to Suffer a Sprained Ankle? Ankle Sprain Risk Factors!
An ankle sprain is one of the most common orthopedic injuries. So, what are the ankle sprain risk factors? Most people will suffer a sprained ankle at some point in their life. Often, you’re doing something active when suddenly your ankle rolls inward. You experience a marked pain on the outside of your ankle follow […]
Recovery and Rehabilitation Following a Calf Muscle Tear
Recovery and Rehabilitation Following a Calf Muscle Tear Imagine you are playing pickleball (or tennis, basketball, soccer, etc.). You race for the ball, suddenly changed direction –and immediately feel a sharp intense searing pain in your calf muscle. You have suffered a calf muscle tear -also known as a calf strain! You gingerly limp to […]
The Lateral Talar Process Fracture -The Snowboarder’s Fracture
With lots of snow during the winter months, many people are flocking to the mountains to snowboard. While carving turns and fresh powder brings joy to snowboarders the sport is not without its risks. A lateral talar process fracture is an unusual fracture affecting the ankle area that is surprisingly common in snowboarders. This “snowboarder’s […]