Having pain in your foot, ankle or lower leg? Evidently you are either trying to find out what you have and what to do about it, or you have been to a doctor and are trying to reinforce what he told you.
Either way you have come to the right place. I discuss various types of lower extremity problems in an easy to understand manner; (You do not have to be a doctor in order to understand the doctor). This site is constantly being updated as I continue to discuss different subject matter and add to the existing subjects already present on my site. Since I am constantly reviewing various medical sites I also include items of interest that may not be related to the lower extremity but are important enough that I would like to share with my readers.
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The CDC has found that between 2019 and 2020 there has been a significant uptick in Gabapentin (Neurontin) overdoses.
In most cases it has been due to a combination of Gabapentin and Opiods.
I tend to find that plantar fasciitis is more prevalent in the summer simply because people wear flimsy sandals or go barefoot a lot more.
This article lists the best sandals available to control plantar fasciitis.
Continue reading "The seven best sandals for plantar fasciitis"
Apparently no.
Researchers at Mayo clinic performed a meta-analysis of studies investigating the effectiveness of biologics such as mesenchymal stem cell and PRP as aides in treating all types of neuropathic pain.
On average, the studies showed little to no improvement in reducing various types of neuropathy.
Continue reading "Are biological therapies good for neuropathic pain?"
In a recent symposium, the speaker stressed Achilles strengthening rather then increasing range of motion in post Achilles surgery rehabilitation.
An interesting study where it was observed that people with hardening of the arteries had a higher incidence of Type 2 diabetes.
This was evident regardless whether the participants had high blood pressure or not.
Fascia is a soft tissue covering surrounding muscles. To me it has always appeared as "saran wrap" around the muscle.
Here is a good review on fascia stretches will which help increase mobility and reduction of musculo-skeletal pain.
A good review from the Cleveland Clinic on the various causes of foot and ankle pain that may be experienced when you wake up in the morning.
Plantar fasciitis is notorious for causing morning pain, but there are other conditions as well that will cause your feet and ankles to hurt.
Continue reading "Why your feet hurt when you wake up in the morning"
Even though running is a contactless sport, runners are prone to injuries.
There is nothing worse then being out of commission and not being able to run, simply due to a prolonged injury.
This is a good article on how to protect your body from injury so that you do not end up sitting on the sidelines.
An interesting article that discusses all the muscles that are used when running.
With the exception of the obvious leg muscles you would be surprised to know that muscles in addition to the leg muscles are involved in running.
An interesting article.
Diabetics are at a much higher risk of having foot problems then the general population.
The best thing a diabetic can do for themselves is to try and lower their blood sugars.
Here is an article on vegan diets
Continue reading "Vegan diets may help diabetics lose weight and better control their blood sugars"
Not sure what is "growing" on the bottom of your foot?
Here is a good review of the most common causes of bumps on the bottom of your foot.
Continue reading "What are these bumps on the bottom of my feet?"
Arthrex Manufacturing has created a new, reproducible bunion procedure which allows for more uniform results, quicker healing time and less scarring.
Continue reading "Arthrex wins award for new bunion procedure"
Are you ever too old to exercise? Lester Wright, a New Jersey native, is still running at age 100.
Read about him and watch the attached video.
An inspiration to all of us.
Nerve pain, otherwise known as neuropathy is presently a difficult condition to treat as most treatments are less then satisfying.
This article suggests various home treatments that you can try.
They will not alleviate the problem but may reduce the symptoms.
May 21, 22 10:56 AM
The CDC has found that between 2019 and 2020 there has been a significant uptick in Gabapentin (Neurontin) overdoses.
In most cases it has been due to a combination of Gabapentin and Opiods.
May 20, 22 05:43 PM
I tend to find that plantar fasciitis is more prevalent in the summer simply because people wear flimsy sandals or go barefoot a lot more.
This article lists the best sandals available to control plant…
May 19, 22 07:24 PM
Apparently no.
Researchers at Mayo clinic performed a meta-analysis of studies investigating the effectiveness of biologics such as mesenchymal stem cell and PRP as aides in treating all types of neuro…
May 18, 22 10:44 AM
In a recent symposium, the speaker stressed Achilles strengthening rather then increasing range of motion in post Achilles surgery rehabilitation.
May 16, 22 05:26 PM
An interesting study where it was observed that people with hardening of the arteries had a higher incidence of Type 2 diabetes.
This was evident regardless whether the participants had high blood pres…
May 14, 22 10:28 AM
Fascia is a soft tissue covering surrounding muscles. To me it has always appeared as "saran wrap" around the muscle.
Here is a good review on fascia stretches will which help increase mobility and red…
May 14, 22 10:21 AM
A good review from the Cleveland Clinic on the various causes of foot and ankle pain that may be experienced when you wake up in the morning.
Plantar fasciitis is notorious for causing morning pain, bu…
May 10, 22 07:22 PM
Even though running is a contactless sport, runners are prone to injuries.
There is nothing worse then being out of commission and not being able to run, simply due to a prolonged injury.
This is a good…
May 10, 22 07:18 PM
An interesting article that discusses all the muscles that are used when running.
With the exception of the obvious leg muscles you would be surprised to know that muscles in addition to the leg muscle…
May 08, 22 10:52 AM
Diabetics are at a much higher risk of having foot problems then the general population.
The best thing a diabetic can do for themselves is to try and lower their blood sugars.
Here is an article on veg…