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Foot, Leg & Ankle Swelling

Article featured on Mount Sinai Painless swelling of the feet and ankles is a common problem, especially among older people. Abnormal buildup of fluid in the ankles, feet, and legs can cause swelling. This fluid buildup and swelling is called edema. Considerations Painless swelling may affect both legs and may include the calves or even […]

Most Common Summer Injuries in Adults

Article featured on BenchMark Physical Therapy As the warmer months arrive and the days get longer and sunnier, Americans are eager to make the most of the summer season. For many, that means resuming favorite outdoor sports and recreation activities and venturing out to explore new and familiar destinations. But summer fun often comes with […]

Potential Causes & Common Treatment of Patella Alta

Article featured on Atlas Pain Specialists You may be wondering , what are some causes and treatment of patella alta? Patella alta, also known as ‘high-riding patella,’ is a knee condition characterized by an abnormally high position of the patella or kneecap in relation to the femur, the thigh bone. This condition may lead to discomfort, knee pain, […]

Home-Related Injuries

Article featured on FORM Home-Related Injuries According to the National Safety Council, home-related injuries account for nearly 150,000 unintentional deaths each year. Falls are among the top 10 most common home-related injuries. Falls Falls are the number one cause of home injuries in the U.S. The two groups most at risk for falls are children under […]

Summer Sports Injury Prevention

Article featured on U Chicago Medicine Whether it’s because you’ve only done indoor workouts or because your winter involved too much Netflix-meets-couch time, warmer-weather sports injuries are common and can even sideline the most well-intentioned weekend warrior during what’s arguably the best time of the year. Here are some of the most common questions my […]

Common Heel Pain

Article featured on OrthoInfo Every mile a person walks puts 60 tons of stress on each foot. Feet can handle a heavy load, but too much stress pushes them over their limits. The result is often foot pain — the most common problem affecting the foot. Anatomy The bones of the feet are commonly divided […]

What is Patellar Subluxation

Article featured on Nationwide Children’s Subluxation means partial dislocation of a bone. Kneecap (patellar) subluxation means the kneecap has briefly slid out of its normal place in the groove at the center of the bottom end of the thigh bone. What Is Patellar Subluxation? The kneecap (patella) normally sits in a groove at the center […]