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Ankle Fusion vs Ankle Replacement: What Life Is Actually Like With Each
Both operations treat the same problem, which is an ankle joint destroyed by arthritis, and both work. Fusion locks the joint ... read more
Ankle Surgery With Plates and Screws: How Long It Takes, and What Recovery Is Really Like
The operation itself usually takes one to two hours. Expect to be at the surgery centre or hospital for around three to four hours in ... read more
Why Won’t My Plantar Fasciitis Go Away? Three Reasons, and What to Do About Each
Plantar fasciitis that has not resolved after months usually comes down to one of three things. The treatment has not been consistent ... read more
Warning Signs After Foot Surgery: What to Call About, and What Is Normal
Most of what happens in the first weeks after foot surgery is uncomfortable and completely expected. A smaller set of things is not, ... read more
Can You Shrink a Bunion Naturally? What Works, What Does Not, and When Surgery Becomes the Answer
A bunion cannot be shrunk, reversed, or dissolved without surgery. It is not a growth or a deposit. It is a bone that has drifted out ... read more
Lapiplasty Recovery: The Timeline, and How to Actually Live Through It
Most Lapiplasty patients put protected weight through a surgical boot within the first few days to two weeks, move into a normal ... read more
Lapiplasty vs Traditional Bunion Surgery: How to Tell Which One Fits Your Foot
Traditional bunion surgery cuts and shifts the bone near the front of the foot to straighten the toe. Lapiplasty works further back, ... read more
Achilles Tendon Surgery Recovery: The Real Timeline
Full recovery from Achilles tendon surgery takes six to twelve months. Not six to twelve weeks. That gap between what people expect ... read more
Ingrown Toenail: When to Treat It at Home, and When to Come In
An ingrown toenail caught early usually settles down with warm soaks, roomy shoes, and a few days of patience. Once there's pus, once ... read more
Broken Ankle Recovery Without Surgery: What to Expect
If your ankle fracture is stable, it can heal without surgery. The bone usually takes six to twelve weeks to knit, most people are ... read more
Life in a Walking Boot: The Side Effects Nobody Warns You About
A walking boot does its job. It holds an injured bone or tendon still so it can heal, and it lets you stay upright while that happens. ... read more
Bunion Surgery Recovery: What to Expect, Week by Week
Most people are back in a normal athletic shoe about six weeks after bunion surgery, walking without help by three months, and cleared ... read more
Sports Ankle Injuries: Prevention, Treatment, and Recovery
Learn about common sports ankle injuries, how to prevent them, effective treatments, and recovery timelines to help athletes stay healthy and active. read more
Total Ankle Replacement: A New Lease on Life
Living with ankle arthritis can be tough, making every step painful and limiting what you can do. But there's good news! Total ankle ... read more
Orthotics and Custom Bracing Solutions
Over half of all Americans have missed work due to foot problems, a fact that showcases just how widespread foot pain can be. For ... read more
Exploring Foot and Ankle Surgery Options: A Patient’s Guide
Our feet and ankles help us move around, but sometimes they can hurt or get injured. When this happens, surgery might be the best way ... read more
Understanding Bunion Surgery: Your Path to Pain-Free Feet
Explore our comprehensive guide to bunion surgery, including when it's needed, the types available, and what to expect from recovery. Learn how bunion surgery can lead to pain-free feet. read more
Understanding and Treating Ankle Sprains: A Complete Guide
A comprehensive guide on ankle sprains, from causes and symptoms to treatments and prevention. Learn how to treat and avoid ankle injuries effectively. read more
Guide to Plantar Fasciitis Treatment
Discover effective plantar fasciitis treatments, causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and prevention strategies to relieve heel pain in this comprehensive guide. read more
Effective Achilles Tendonitis Treatment: Your Complete Guide
Achilles tendonitis is a common condition that affects the tendon connecting your calf muscles to your heel. It can cause pain, stiffness, and limit your ability to move. This guide will provide you with information about the condition, its causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment options, and prevention strategies. read more
Elective Procedures in Oklahoma to Resume Beginning April 24
In light of Governor Stitt’s amendment to his executive order which allows elective procedures to resume on April 24, we are able to ... read more
An Update Regarding COVID-19
As the nation continues to watch the coronavirus pandemic unfold, many of us are adjusting to a new normal. However, during these ... read more
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