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August 30, 2012
Category: people and blogs

Take a second to think about it, but chances are you have been ignoring one of the 5 problems listed below? Your not alone! It's common to struggle with foot pain and not do anything about it. Let us help you get back to pain free feet!  

  1. Heel Pain. It’s #1 on the list because of how often it occurs. There are many reasons heel pain can occur and many of them are easily resolved with proper care.
  2. Ankle Sprain. There are many important ligaments that support your ankle. Ignoring or not treating them can lead to a repetitive problem and sometimes completely destroy these tissues.
  3. Achilles Pain. Most often caused by entering a new activity or increasing the intensity without proper training or warm up. Tendonitis can be treated conservatively and should be. Failure to get proper and timely treatment can result in ruptures, which do require surgery to repair.
  4. Big Toe Pain. Some problems affecting the big toe, such as gout, are often too painful for you to ignore. Stiffness or decreased motion is more likely to take a backseat. This is often the result of damage to the joint due to poor foot mechanics; mechanics that can easily be adjusted with inserts.
  5. Ingrown Toenails. Some individuals are more prone to developing them than others, but avoiding tight fitting shoes is a contributing factor you can easily implement. A simple in-office procedure can have you walking pain free.

All of our podiatrists are well qualified to identify and treat all of these problems. The Foot and Ankle Specialists of Utah website can help you schedule an appointment. Seeking proper treatment sooner, rather than later, can help you avoid future problems that may prevent you from many activities you enjoy. Call us today for an appointment!!!.........enteee 

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August 13, 2012
Category: people and blogs

The term hallux limitus is Latin with Hallux referring to the big toe and Limitus meaning decreased or limited motion of the joint. So together meaning there is limited motion in the big toe joint.

Symptoms:

  • Limitation of motion of the big toe joint
  • Swelling
  • Stiffness in big toe
  • Bone mass or Bump on top of the big toe
  • Bone spurs
  • Skin irritation from the top of the shoe
  • Cannot bend or push off from the big toe so  you have a tendancy to put more pressure on the outside part of your foot causing pain on the outside of the foot

 

Common Causes: 

  • repetitive trauma causing small bone spurs
  • injury
  • inherited foot structure

Treatment:

  • Custom orthotics to equalize pressure
  • NSAIDS: anti-inflammatory (such as acetaminophen)
  • Surgery to clean the joint and remove spurs

Recommendation:
 
The best non surgical treatment for Hallux Limitus, in addition to anti-inflammatory medication, is Custom Foot Orthotics. There are 2 main reasons for this:

  1. They help increase available range of motion within the first metatarsal phalangeal joint by altering and improving mal-alignment and improper biomechanics.
  2. Prevents compensation which can lead to additional foot trauma and cause other injuries.

At Foot and Ankle Specialists of Utah we do several orders for custom orthotics every week. What's so great about custom orthotics?  We have them made for your feet specifically! We can do any orthotic  modification needed to  ensure the orthotics fit your feet perfectly!  

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August 08, 2012
Category: people and blogs

Do you have black toenails? At Foot and Ankle Specialists of Utah we  see many runners that struggle with black toenails. Many runners, especially long distance runners suffer from a discoloration of the toenails.   Although you can get a black toenail from a sudden, painful trauma that causes bleeding under the nail, for runners it’s not typically the case. The dark discoloration for runners is a chronic, repetitive trauma to the nail caused by the foot constantly hitting the front of the shoe. Trauma is caused by short shoes, running downhill, or wearing loose shoes. This repeated trauma is typically not felt by the runner, micro trauma causes a light amount of bleeding and minimal pressure buildup, so little or no pain is felt. Most runners only notice that something is wrong with their nails when they notice a discoloration to their nail. This should not be ignored. The nail can gradually thicken, and you can develop more problems.

As a runner you need to make sure you have properly fitted shoes, and that the shoes are made to compensate for your natural gait cycle. It is so important to invest in your shoes! However, a better running shoe may not always solve the problem. If you have pressure and pain under your toenail there could be several different reasons for it. Contact us to get your appointment scheduled.

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August 02, 2012
Category: people and blogs

Paula Radcliffe, the world record holder in the women’s marathon, withdrew from the Olympics today. Radcliffe, has competed in four Olympics, but has never won a medal. She experienced a flare of degenerative arthritis in her foot about 3 weeks ago and just can’t push off normally. She was quoted to say that her joint was “degenerative and badly damaged’, but does not expect that this will end her career.

Radcliffe failed to finish the 2004 Athens Olympics marathon and was 23rd in Beijing four years later after deciding to race while still recovering from a stress fracture in her thigh. She finished fourth in the 10,000 meters in Sydney in 2000 and was fifth in the 5,000 in Atlanta.

She is a three-time winner of the London Marathon, and had hoped for one more big victory.

Sadly, this is probably the end of her Olympic hopes. At 38, it is doubtful she will return to top form in 2016 at the age of 42. Doubtful, but not impossible!

Degenerative arthritis of your foot can be treated with anti-inflammatories, injections, functional foot orthotics, physical therapy, and surgery. If you suffer from arthritis in your foot, there are many treatments available. Contact Us to make an appointment to discuss your symptoms and options for treatment. 

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July 18, 2012
Category: people and blogs

Discover the healthy, doctor-formulated alternative to traditional nail polishes

Foot and Ankle Specialists of Utah now proudly sells Dr.'s Remedy Enriched Nail Polish which provides a self-defense against the toxic chemicals found in traditional nail polishes. The nail polish is unique because it does not contain toxic ingredients and it is enriched with naturally-occurring elements like tea-tree oil, wheat protein, and Vitamins C and E. With these ingredients, the nail polish fights to strengthen and protect your nails from fungus, discoloration, cracking and brittleness. The nail polish appeals to people who are suffering from discolored nails, pregnant women, people with allergies to chemicals in popular nail polish brands, children, or anyone looking for a healthier alternative.

Feel free to stop by any of our offices to view the assortment of colors offered or feel free to call us with any questions you may have about Dr.'s Remedy Enriched Nail Polish. We offer 20 various colors. Our nail polish is $15.00. You will fall in love with it!

 

 

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