Family Focused Foot and Ankle

04/28/2026

Swollen feet and ankles, also known as edema, occur when fluid builds up in the tissues of the lower extremities. Common causes include standing for long periods of time, high salt intake, and pregnancy, which can increase pressure on blood vessels and lead to fluid retention. Other contributing...

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04/27/2026

04/25/2026

Pregnancy is an exciting journey, but it can also come with a fair share of physical discomfort. As the body changes to support a growing baby, many expectant mothers experience back pain, pelvic pressure, hip discomfort, and overall tension. While these changes are completely natural, that doesn’t mean you have to simply “push through” the discomfort.

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04/23/2026

If you wake up stiff, sit down carefully, or have stopped doing things you love because of back pain — this message is for you.

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04/22/2026

Have you noticed discoloration of your toenails? Have they become thickened or brittle? If so, you may be experiencing symptoms of a fungal nail infection. For some, having a fungal nail can be embarrassing. Overcome your embarrassment, and get treated.

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04/21/2026

Foot pain in older adults can be more than a simple sign of aging and may point to deeper health concerns. Ongoing discomfort can affect balance and increase the risk of falls, which may lead to serious injury. For instance, stress fractures in the feet involve small cracks in the bones that...

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04/14/2026

The Brostrom-Gould technique is a surgical procedure used to repair and stabilize the lateral or outer ankle ligaments after chronic instability or repeated sprains. It is commonly recommended when ligaments have become stretched or torn due to injuries such as ankle sprains, sports trauma, or...

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04/07/2026

Pain in the ball of the foot, also known as metatarsalgia, causes discomfort beneath the toes where weight is concentrated while walking. The pain may feel sharp, burning, or like stepping on a small object, and it often worsens with activity or prolonged standing. Some patients notice swelling,...

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04/02/2026

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03/31/2026

Turf toe is a painful injury involving the big toe joint, caused by hyperextension that can lead to soft tissue tearing. It often occurs when the shoe grips the playing surface while body weight shifts forward, such as when a soccer player attempts a quick stop or push-off. It is also prevalent in...

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03/31/2026