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Skateboarding: Tough on Feet and Ankles, Podiatrists Advise
“Board tricks, repeated foot impact can lead to serious injury.” As school programs draw to a close and youth head outside for more physical activity, Podiatrists see a rise in …
Considering Toe and Foot Surgery … Why Wait?
With many people currently working from home, patients are considering this to be a great time for those elective surgeries since the post-operative down time will have little to …
Have You Heard About SWIFT® Microwave Treatments for Warts?
Over the past year our clinic has been offering an exciting alternative to traditional plantar wart treatments. Introducing SWIFT® Microwave Therapy for Warts! SWIFT® uses microwave energy to rapidly elevate tissue temperature at the …
How To Avoid Foot Injuries While Playing Golf
Although golf doesn’t involve running or jumping, injuries do occur to the foot and ankle. Golfers should be aware of the following risks: Heel pain (or plantar fasciitis) can be exacerbated …
Does Your Child Suffer From Heel Pain
Heel pain in children is often due to an injury to the growth plate, a condition called “Calcaneal Apophysitis” or otherwise known as “Sever’s Disease”. Overuse or repeated stress …
Understanding Foot Biomechanics
The foot goes through a predictable range of motion known as pronation and supination, typically without any conscious effort. This process was originally meant for soft surfaces, but over …
What is Raynaud’s Phenomenon?
A “vasospastic disorder” more common in women than men that may be responsible for toes (and sometimes fingers) that are hypersensitive to cold and heat and are slow to …
Pediatric Foot Injuries From Fall Sports
Back-to-School Soccer Season: Prime time for foot and ankle injuries. (Article from foothealthfacts.org) Parents and coaches should think twice before coaxing young, injury-prone soccer players to “play through” foot …
Now Offering Lunula Laser Treatments for Toenail Fungus
Did you know that at least 10% of adults have onychomycosis, aka toenail fungus? At Aurora Foot and Ankle Clinic we now offer the Lunula Laser by Erchonia for …