Broken Ankle
A broken ankle is one of the worst injuries you can get on your ankle joint. A fracture in the ankle can involve the distal ends of the tibia and/or fibula, the talus, or the calcaneus. It can also involve some combination of injuries to several of these bones, and in severe cases, the joint […]
Ankle Ligaments
Have you ever wondered what makes your ankles able to move in so many different directions without getting hurt? Or exactly which structures get injured after an ankle sprain? Ankles are one of the most complex and versatile joints in the human body, and they owe their flexibility to their ligaments, which keep the joint […]
Sprained Ankle
A sprained ankle is a common injury to the ligaments on the ankle. Sprains occur after ligaments are damaged or torn, and their severity can vary greatly. A sprained ankle can also be referred to as a twisted or rolled ankle. Anatomy A ligament is the stretchy, tough band of tissue that connects muscles to […]
Rolled Ankle
Ankle sprains are also known as rolled or twisted ankles. A rolled ankle is a fairly common injury, and it can happen to anyone. Rolled ankles develop when the ligaments that support your ankle joint become strained and damaged, usually as a result of overextending these ligaments beyond their usual range of movement. Anatomy Ligaments […]
Ankle Pain
The most common cause of ankle pain is a sprained ankle, which occurs when the ligaments in your ankle are stretched beyond their normal range of movement. Depending on the severity of your strain, ligaments can become partially or completely torn, and even detached from the bone. Repetitive ankle sprains can cause the ligaments to […]
Ingrown toenail surgery
If you suffer from a persistent and painful ingrown nail, your podiatrist might suggest ingrown toenail surgery. There are different types of ingrown toenail surgery, and they each have different indications, contraindications, and recovery periods. The simplest procedure is the avulsion of the nail bed using phenol. This procedure is also known as partial nail […]
How To Fix An Ingrown Toenail
Anyone who has had an ingrown toenail can attest to just how uncomfortable and painful this condition can be, and how badly you want to find out how to fix an ingrown toenail once it develops. And although treatment for an ingrown toenail is relatively simple, you should always make an appointment with your podiatrist so that they can […]
Infected Toenail
Most toenail infections are caused by fungus or bacteria; these agents cause different symptoms and require different treatments. That’s why it’s so important to get a proper diagnosis before starting any treatment for your infected toenail. Understanding the cause of your infected toenail is the first step in finding the right treatment and preventive measures to […]
Infected Toe
Brent Goddard – Podiatrist Talks about infected toenails There are several conditions which can cause your infected toe; paronychia being one of the most common. Paronychia (ingrown toenail) Paronychia is an infection of the paronychium, which is the soft tissue that borders the nail. This infection is caused by fungus or bacteria, and it can […]
Shin Cramps
Cramps are painful muscular contractions. In most cases, shin cramps aren’t a serious condition and don’t represent any danger to your health; however, it is useful to understand what causes them so that you can recognize when they might be the first symptom of a more serious condition. Generally, shin cramps are caused by muscular fatigue, and […]
