Being active with sports can allow you to socialize, improve your fitness and coordination, and even improve your mental performance. For professionals or those aspiring to reach the peak of their discipline, sports becomes a lifestyle. Even with the right training and conditioning, sport injury can and often do occur. From sprained ankles to fractures, […]
For many patients, rest, icing, elevation, compression, rehabilitation, and even drug treatment is not enough to overcome foot and ankle pain. For highly active people that engage in sports, or that need to restore their mobility as quickly as possible, platelet rich plasma (PRP) injections can be an effective treatment method. Your podiatrist Boynton Beach […]
Ankle Sprains can be incredibly painful, leaving you with limited mobility throughout the healing process. There’s a misconception that sprains are mostly suffered by sportspeople and those who engage in intense physical activity. The reality is that almost anyone could suffer from an ankle sprain, even with casual sports and leisure activities. Understanding the risk […]
When the foot is suddenly or violently turned or twisted sideways, an ankle sprain can occur. Although exercise and sports are the most common causes of these sprains, they sometimes occur during everyday activities. Stepping onto an uneven surface, an awkward trip, or a sudden loss of balance could all lead to a sprain. At […]
Heel pain is one of the most common reasons for people to visit a podiatrist Boynton Beach. While this type of pain can range from a mild annoyance to severe and debilitating, it’s something that should never be ignored. Even infrequent pain could suggest a more serious underlying condition, so it’s important that you get […]
When it comes to sports, few bring the same level of engagement, teamwork, and intense physical activity like basketball. Cardio, strength, agility, and specific skills like dribbling, pivoting, and jumping make basketball a real physical workout. It’s somewhat surprising that basketball is similar in many ways to pickleball, a racquet sport that combines elements of […]
Athletes at all levels are at risk of developing injuries that require the attention of foot and ankle doctors. When you train, your focus is on improving your fitness and performance. Intensive sessions and competitive environments can lead to strains and even some more severe injuries that can be diagnosed by a podiatrist Boynton Beach. […]
Advances in the field of medicine have allowed for better patient outcomes, shorter downtime and recovery, and less pain during procedures. Minimally invasive foot surgery techniques are employed by The Foot, Ankle & Leg Vein Center for a range of conditions, including hammertoes, calluses, bunions, fibula fractures, flat feet, Jones fractures, ankle arthroscopy, heel pain, […]
Symptoms to Conditions of the foot and ankle should never be taken lightly. Your mobility is the key to independence. With painful or debilitating conditions you could find your quality of life significantly reduced. Failing to treat suspected injuries or conditions could compromise your ability to walk and stand comfortably, or engage in the sports […]
Fat pad cushioning atrophy is a relatively common condition in South Florida, and when looking at the causes, it’s not hard to understand why. The average person takes around 7,500 steps per day, even with moderate physical activity. This places significant pressure on the balls and heels of both feet. Over time, particularly after the […]
