Category: Foot and Ankle Pain

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Can Changes In The Weather Really Cause More Joint Pain and Stiffness?

January 19th, 2024

Weather changes can often feel like an uninvited guest, especially for those experiencing joint pain and swelling. Whether it’s the onset of rain, a drop in temperature, or fluctuations in atmospheric pressure, these shifts can significantly affect joint health. Understanding how the weather can contribute to a flare up of stiffness and swelling can be

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Regaining Your Stride: Managing Peroneal Tendinopathy with Physical Therapy

December 5th, 2023

Peroneal tendinopathy can be a real hurdle in your daily life, causing pain, discomfort and limiting your function. Fortunately, physical therapy offers a tailored approach to manage and alleviate the symptoms associated with this condition. In this blog post, we’ll explore how physical therapy can be a key player in your journey to recovery.  Understanding

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Seeking Relief From Nerve Symptoms? Physical Therapy Can Help

November 28th, 2023

Nerve pain can be challenging, impacting various aspects of your life. In this post, we’ll explore how a strategic physical therapy approach can provide relief and improve your quality of life.  Understanding Nerve Symptoms Nerve symptoms, often described as sharp, shooting, numbness/tingling or burning sensations, can result from various conditions such as neuropathy, sciatica, or

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Adding This Type of Exercise Can Help Reduce Risk of Ankle Injury

October 19th, 2023

Many people heavily focus on strength training and/or cardio exercise to improve their fitness and overall sport performance. These are both key components that can help performance, but there is one other type of training that has been shown to be beneficial in prevention of ankle injuries. Studies evaluating ankle injuries in soccer players have

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What Causes Stiff Joints? Understanding Joint Stiffness and Its Remedies

September 19th, 2023

Joint stiffness is a common complaint among people of all ages, and it can significantly impact one’s mobility and quality of life. Stiff joints can occur in various parts of the body, such as the knees, hips, shoulders, and hands. In this blog post, we’ll explore the causes of stiff joints and discuss how physical

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Could Ankle Weakness Contribute To Your Knee Pain?

September 13th, 2023

We may think about our ankles and knees as separate joints but what happens at one is likely affecting the motion of the other. For this reason, if there is inadequate muscular support, excess forces can be placed through a joint. This can present as pain in one or both joints when tasked with more

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Finding Relief From Nerve Compression

September 8th, 2023

Nerve compression, also known as nerve entrapment or pinched nerve, is a common condition that can cause discomfort and pain in various parts of the body. This condition occurs when a nerve is squeezed or compressed by surrounding tissues. Nerve compression can result in a range of symptoms that can significantly impact your daily life.

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Do You Experience Calf or Heel Pain? You May Be Experiencing Achilles Tendinitis

July 24th, 2023

As the warmer weather nears, people will undoubtedly spend more time outside and be more active in general. With periods of increased activity levels, it is common to experience unfamiliar aches and pains. One painful condition that often occurs with increased activity level is achilles tendonitis.  What is The Achilles Tendon?  The muscles of the

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Rolled Your Ankle? You May Be Experiencing One of These Sprains

June 7th, 2023

Ankle sprains are one of the most common injuries, affecting individuals of all ages and activity levels. They occur when the ligaments surrounding the ankle joint are stretched or torn due to an abrupt twisting or rolling motion. However, not all ankle sprains are the same. In this blog post, we will delve into the

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