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Delayed Achilles Tendon Repair
posted: Apr. 13, 2020.

The Achilles tendon is the largest in the body, however one of the most prone to injury. When not treated immediately, the tendon ends retract and shorten, making the repair Read more
Bunion and Arthritis
posted: Apr. 06, 2020.

Arthritis can develop in the setting of a long standing bunion deformity, as shown in this patient. This patient also had a painful long second metatarsal, Tailors bunion and an Read more
Jones Fracture
posted: Mar. 23, 2020.

Accidents happen and we are there for you when they do! This patient broke their 5th metatarsal bone, known as a Jones Fracture. These fractures are notoriously slow healing and Read more
Covid-19
posted: Mar. 16, 2020.

TO OUR PATIENTS We are continually monitoring the Covid-19 news and want to insure you that we are taking this situation very seriously. We also want you to know that none of Read more
Do you have pain involving multiple toes?
posted: Mar. 11, 2020.

Many of our patients suffer from big toe joint arthritis and/or bunions along with hammertoes. This patient had multiple forefoot deformities and is recovering well after reconstructive forefoot surgery. If Read more
Big Toe Joint Arthritis
posted: Oct. 15, 2019.

Do you have pain in your big toe joint? Do you have trouble bending your big toe? Maybe you are beginning to notice a bump on the top of the Read more
Foot fracture
posted: Jul. 30, 2019.

Accidents happen and we’re here for you when they do. A heavy object fell on this patient’s foot causing a fracture within the first tarsometatarsal joint. The patient underwent a Read more
Forefoot Reconstruction
posted: Jul. 30, 2019.

There are many conservative treatments which can help relieve forefoot pain including stiff soled shoes, orthotics, taping, splints, pads, and steroid injections, However when all of these treatments have been Read more
Severe Big Toe Joint Arthritis
posted: Jul. 30, 2019.

Big toe joint arthritis, also known as “hallux rigidus,” is one of the most common pathologies we see. Eliminating the joint and fusing the big toe together is a reliable Read more
Work Safety
posted: Jul. 23, 2019.

Need non-slip shoes and/or steel toed shoes for work? Dansko and Keen make excellent antislip shoes and Keen also has a number of steel toe options. Here are a few great products found online that will make your existing Read more
Tayco Brace
posted: Jul. 23, 2019.

We now carry the Acute Tayco External Ankle Brace! Product HighlightsTayCo Can Successfully Replace:Walking BootHeavy (3-4 lbs.)Cumbersome limb imbalance resulting in hip/back painLimited traction (can result in fall)Prevents use of standard Read more
Backpacking and Your Feet
posted: Jul. 23, 2019.

Here are a few tips to keep your feet from interfering with your next backpacking or hiking trip this summer! 1. Get a good pair of hiking boots and break them Read more
Anti-Fungal Nail Polish
posted: May 23, 2019.

We now carry a line of Dr.'s REMEDY nail polish which contains natural antifungal agents such as tea tree oli. This is a healthy alternative to regular nail polish for Read more
Ankle Scope
posted: Apr. 02, 2019.

Arthroscopy of the ankle is a less invasive surgical technique performed through small incisions that give full access to a joint that can be used to treat joint adhesions, small Read more
Calf Stretching
posted: Mar. 26, 2019.

Tight calves can play a role in many foot and ankle conditions, especially Achilles tendinitis, plantar fasciitis, flat feet and ball of the foot pain. Below Dr. Bowlby is demonstrating Read more
Turf Toe Taping
posted: Mar. 26, 2019.

Turf toe taping is a good taping technique for anyone who has a sprain of the big toe joint, called a Turf Toe injury. What you'll need: 1 and 2 Read more