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202016Jul
Do You Need Surgery for Plantar Fasciitis?

Do You Need Surgery for Plantar Fasciitis?

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One in 10 people will experience plantar fasciitis at some point during their lifetime. Primarily affecting people between the ages of 40 and 60, it’s an inflammation of a thick band of connective tissue supporting the arch of your foot. As a common source of chronic heel and foot pain, plantar fasciitis is a condition…

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292016Jun
How Golfer’s Elbow Develops

How Golfer’s Elbow Develops

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Golfer’s elbow is a condition that affects the joints of the wrist, fingers and elbow, along with the muscles and tendons. Not only does this condition affect golfers, but it is also common for tennis or baseball players to develop this repetitive stress injury. Physicians refer to this condition as medial epicondylitis, and the condition…

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202015Aug
Ankle Sprains: An Overview

Ankle Sprains: An Overview

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An ankle sprain is characterized by damage done to a ligament in the ankle. Ligaments are bands of tissue that connect bones, and they are responsible for much of the stability and movement performed by your foot. Ankle sprains can vary in severity because ligaments can be anywhere from slightly stretched to completely torn. Ankle…

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72015Jul
Treating Osteoporosis

Treating Osteoporosis

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Osteoporosis is a condition associated with aging that causes the bones to become brittle and weak. With osteoporosis, even mild falls can result in a fracture. These fractures typically occur in the hip, spine, and wrist, and can result in disability (and sometimes death if there are post-operative complications). There are typically no symptoms of…

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