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• Bunions: Fact VS Fiction
  A Bunion is a bony deformity of the foot at the big toe joint which is usually hereditary and tends to get worse over time. Bunions typically vary in size and degree of pain and are usually irritated by tight fitting shoes or prolonged activities. Symptoms include swelling, pain, burning sensation and sometimes numbness along the side of the big toe. Patients suffering with bunions become frustrated and confused about the best treatment options.
  Published 22Jun2011, viewed 286 times

• An Athlete's Guide To Bunion Pain
  Bunion pain can be very uncomfortable and difficult to deal with, especially if you are an athlete and don't have the time to undergo surgical correction. Bunions are a deformity of the great toe which cause a large, painful prominence on the side of the foot at the great toe joint that can be extremely painful. There are a few things that athletes can do to relieve the pain and to slow down or even stop the progression of this painful condition.
  Published 21Jun2011, viewed 178 times

• Breakthrough Laser Treatment For Heel Pain
  Heel pain is one of the most common conditions people seek relief from when visiting a podiatric specialist. In fact, 3 out of 4 adults will experience heel pain over their lifetime. Some people gain relief from plantar fasciitis with rest, ice, stretching exercises, and anti-inflammatory medicine. With the new K- Laser treatment, the pain is virtually eliminated in just a few treatments making surgery for plantar fasciitis extremely rare. .
  Published 21Jun2011, viewed 151 times

• What Is Toe Walking?
  As young children grow and develop, they typically go through several phases of ambulation. Once infants have built up enough strength and coordination to move their arms and legs, they usually want to use this new ability to move from one place to another. Once children begin to walk on their own, they also go through phases in walking. As children progress in walking, one phase many go through is that of toe walking.
  Published 20May2011, viewed 285 times

• What Is Nail Fungus And How Did I Get It?
  Nail fungus is a condition that affects approximately 10% of the population. It is usually found in dark, damp, warm places like the shoe, and it is most prevalent in warm and humid areas such as Florida and Texas. Nail fungus typically presents as thick, yellow, brittle and crumbly nails which can sometimes be painful or cause infection. By the time the fungus is well entrenched in the nail and can be extremely difficult to get rid of.
  Published 30Apr2011, viewed 352 times

• What Do Biomechanics and Orthotics Have To Do With Heel Pain?
  Heel pain is one of the most frustrating injuries that runners encounter because it is extremely painful and difficult to get rid of. Adding to the frustration is the fact that there are hundreds of treatments and devices available that simply don't work and only end up prolonging the agony. As a podiatrist who specializes in sports medicine, I have a unique view of this particular condition and how it must be treated.
  Published 23Apr2011, viewed 148 times

• How To Deal With Exercise Induced Leg Pain
  Exercise induced leg pain can have many causes, including exertional compartment syndrome, popliteal artery entrapment syndrome, medial tibial stress syndrome and stress fracture. In this article, I will briefly describe each condition and give recommendations on how to treat each one.
  Published 20Apr2011, viewed 234 times

• Running - A Podiatrist's Guide to Your Feet - Part 2
  This is Part 2 of a 2 part series on advice for runners. It includes advice on training tips.
  Published 20Apr2011, viewed 171 times

• Does Laser Really Work For Fungal Nails?
  Nail fungus, or onychomycosis, is known to affect approximately 10% of the US population, or 35 million people. The only proven clinical options to date to treat this infection have been nail lacquers and oral antifungals, which have been controversial as they can cause harmful side effects and are not 100% effective. With the advent of the new nail laser technology, there is now a third viable option to treat this pesky infection.
  Published 15Apr2011, viewed 111 times

• Running - A Podiatrist's Guide to Your Feet (Part1 of 3)
  Nowhere is the miracle of the foot more clear than watching the human body in motion. The combination of 26 bones, 33 joints, 112 ligaments, and a network of tendons, nerves, and blood vessels all work together to establish the graceful synergy involved in running. But before entering a fitness regimen that includes jogging, don't forget to make certain your body's connection with the ground is in proper working order.
  Published 14Apr2011, viewed 148 times

• 5 Keys To A Painless Bunion Surgery!
  If you've been thinking about having bunion surgery, chances are you have been talking to people who have told you horror stories about their own experience or that of someone they know. However, not all bunion surgeries are alike. In fact, by taking the following tips into account, you can significantly increase your chances for a great result with minimal discomfort.
  Published 12Mar2011, viewed 485 times

• Barefoot Running
  Have you thought of running barefoot? Can you? Should you?
  Published 12Mar2011, viewed 115 times

• How Do I Know If I Have A Bunion?
  Bunion is a deformity of the big toe joint that usually requires surgery to correct.
  Published 03Apr2011, viewed 701 times

• Pedicure Safety Tips
  Whether in the nail salon or at home, follow these easy DO's and DON'Ts from the APMA to keep your feet looking and feeling their best.
  Published 11Jul2010, viewed 495 times

• Tightrope Procedure
  Dr. Vargas Performs New Tightrope Procedure for Bunions!! Patients' recovery time is half of what it is with traditional bunion surgery and there is significantly less postoperative pain due to no bone cut and less swelling. There is no doubt that this procedure represents a huge advancement in bunion surgery. With the new tightrope procedure patients experience a faster recovery, less pain and fewer complications.
  Published 12Jun2010, viewed 369 times

• Lysacek Wins Gold in Vancouver Despite Added Stress
  U.S. figure skater Evan Lysacek skated to an Olympic figure skating gold medal, the first Olympic gold medal in over 20 years for a U.S. male figure skater. Lysacek was also dealing with an entirely different kind of stress...a stress fracture of his foot.
  Published 02May2010, viewed 270 times

• Miami Dolphins Ronnie Brown Recovering from Lisfranc's Fracture Ahead of Schedule
  Miami Dolphins Ronnie Brown recovering ahead of schedule after suffering a Lisfranc's fracture of his right foot.
  Published 07Apr2010, viewed 77 times

• Ingrown Toenails - A Guide for the Bathroom Surgeon
  Have you ever thought about taking care of that ingrown toenail by yourself? Here is a useful guide rich with information about the bathroom surgeon! Perhaps this is the start of your new career.
  Published 06Mar2010, viewed 294 times

• Pediatric Flat Foot
  This article explains how early treatment of pediatric flat foot can prevent your child from suffering from arthritis, tendinitis, and heel pain.
  Published 17Feb2010, viewed 412 times

• Heel Pain.... Not Just for Grown Ups
  Although heel pain is commonly seen in athletes or older adults, it is certainly not isolated to that segment of the population. In fact, heel pain is quite common in children as well, especially in those that are active. Of all of the causes of pediatric heel pain, Sever's disease, or calcaneal apophysitis, is the most common cause of childhood heel pain and usually affects children 8-14 years of age.
  Published 04Feb2010, viewed 286 times

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