What is brachymetatarsia? Shortening of one or more metatarsal bones, often causing a toe to appear shorter or sit farther back than neighboring toes.Common causes: Premature growth-plate closure,…
Approximately 6% of the general population reports Achilles tendon pain during their lifetime, and roughly one-third of those cases are insertional. This is a large amount of the population suffering…
Plantar fibromas are nodules in the plantar arch area, which may or may not be painful. Histologically a collection of fibroblasts and myofibroblasts, the lesions lie somewhere between excessive scar…
The core biology and historical framework are consistent with the orthopedic literature: Codivilla described early limb-lengthening work in the early 1900s, while Ilizarov's later work established…
Platelet-rich plasma has become a popular treatment in sports medicine, orthopedics, and podiatry. But what exactly is PRP, and how much evidence do we actually have that it works?In this episode, we…
Arthroscopy involves using small scopes placed into a joint to evaluate or treat intraarticular conditions. The ankle, subtalar, and first metatarsophalangeal joints are commonly explored using this…
This episode is designed for anyone interested in foot and ankle health, including patients considering flatfoot surgery, athletes dealing with progressive deformity, medical students, residents,…
Pes cavus (high arch) is notoriously difficult to approach since there are so many manifestations. It may be masked since there are a variety of ways the foot and leg will compensate, and often the…
Bone is a Living Tissue. It is formed of living cells in a matrix designed to withstand load and to constantly replace and repair itself. When injured, bone immediately begins the repair process, with…
Beginning with early primates more than 50 million years ago, the episode examines how primitive feet functioned primarily as grasping tools for arboreal life, featuring a divergent big toe, long…
