Heel Conditions
What an Ultrasound Can Tell You about Your Heel Pain
Your foot might not be expecting a little bundle of joy any time soon, but an ultrasound can actually help diagnose your foot pain, a new study found. Plantar fasciitis is one of the most common culprits of heel pain, and so it is typically the first thought that comes to mind when a patient […]
Training for a Marathon? 4 ways to avoid foot pain
Most long distance runners can agree that they are at the mercy of their feet. You can mentally and physically prepare yourself for a marathon, but ignore your feet and you may find yourself sidelined at the next race. While some foot-related injuries are bio-mechanical (and that’s just the way we were made), others may […]
Dr.’s Most Interesting Cases: the Heel that wouldn’t Heal!
Dr. Yau recounts one of his most interesting cases: a shattered heel bone (calcaneal) that was left untreated, eventually progressed to arthritis, and more.
Toy Scooter Related Injuries: what you need to you know
Is your 10 year old is dying for a scooter or skateboard so he can “ride the rails” and “catch some air” like his friends? Before you make your purchase you may want to consider the possible injury risks. A new study published by Clinical Pediatrics states that “kick” scooters, much like the one your […]
