by tjbwebmedia@gmail.com | May 16, 2023 | Foot and Ankle
A hammer toe is a deformity of the second, third or fourth toe. In this condition, the toe is bent at the middle joint, so that it resembles a hammer. Initially, hammer toes are flexible and can be corrected with simple measures but, if left untreated, they can...
by tjbwebmedia@gmail.com | May 12, 2023 | Foot and Ankle
Bone spurs are bony projections that develop along bone edges. Bone spurs (osteophytes) often form where bones meet each other in your joints. They can also form on the bones of your spine. The main cause of bone spurs is the joint damage associated with...
by tjbwebmedia@gmail.com | May 10, 2023 | Foot and Ankle
Any ankle injury can be quite painful. It’s usually safe to try home remedies for a while. Seek immediate medical attention in an emergency room for severe pain, cannot put weight on the foot, or swelling, especially after an injury. An ankle pain that gets...
by tjbwebmedia@gmail.com | May 6, 2023 | Foot and Ankle
The foot and ankle are vital to everyday mobility, as well as sports and activities that require running, jumping, and quick directional changes. Given the complexity of the foot and ankle – which consist of more than 100 intricately connected tendons, ligaments,...
by tjbwebmedia@gmail.com | Mar 10, 2023 | Foot and Ankle
These days, Pickleball is the hottest thing since sliced bread. But Pickleball injuries are also on the rise. As the fastest-growing sport in America, this competitive yet social game is attracting athletes of all fitness levels. And, while it’s easy-to-learn,...
by tjbwebmedia@gmail.com | Mar 9, 2023 | Foot and Ankle
As an athlete, your feet are your foundations for success in your chosen sport. The 26 bones, 33 joints and over 100 muscles, tendons and ligaments present in each foot are responsible for working together to produce healthy, stable movement. And a lot of the time,...
