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The problem is a swelling of the tendon sheath around the tendons passing along the distal radial aspect of the wrist. This sheath runs through a tight tunnel holding the tendon down to bone, and this swollen sheath passing through a tight tunnel results in significant pain. For this problem, there are three modes of...
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Ankle sprains are one of the most common sports-related injuries orthopedic doctors see, but they are often perceived as minor injuries and are easily forgotten. However, injuries to the ankle joint should never be overlooked as they can often intensify into a long-term problem. Damage to the ankle joint can show up years down the...
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Your feet can handle quite a bit of stress, but going over the limit can cause extreme discomfort. Heel pain generally falls into two categories: pain behind the heel and pain beneath the heel. If your pain is behind the heel, you may be running too much or have shoes that rub or cut into...
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Your feet are built to handle lots of stress. Sometimes, excess force and other issues can overwhelm the structures of your foot or ankle, leading to short-term or chronic heel pain. This heel pain typically occurs beneath the heel, behind the heel, or both. Heel Pain Behind the Heel: You may be running too much...
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Stores drastically roll back their prices for one day only, Black Friday. The biggest shopping day of the year can be stressful, exhilarating, and downright exhausting. You are on your feet for long hours, fighting crowds, and in some cases, going store to store as you do it. As you scan the ads, create your...
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When your shoes don’t fit right, your feet can be subject to injury or even permanent deformity. These problems include soreness, blisters, calluses, corns, bunions, and hammertoe. Wearing well-fitting shoes can prevent pain and discomfort in your feet. Here, we offer some guidelines for ensuring the best fit for your feet: Measure your feet regularly,...
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Ill-fitting shoes can cause many problems, from minor injuries to permanent deformity. Here, we offer some tips for good foot care when it comes to your shoes. Have your feet measured regularly: as you grow older, their size may change. The end of the day is the best time to have your feet measured, as...
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Arthritis of the big toe, medically known as hallux rigidus, is a condition caused by wear and tear of the toe joint or an injury that damages the cartilage, causing the bones of the joint to rub together. If you are suffering from arthritis in your big toe, you may notice pain in the joint when...
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Ice packs and heating pads are among the most commonly used treatments in orthopedics. So, which one is the right one to use for your injury, ice or heat? And how long should the ice or heat treatments last? Read on for information about the treatment of injuries with ice packs and heating pads
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