The Link Between Plantar Fasciitis and Footwear
Discover how footwear affects plantar fasciitis pain. Find relief by choosing the right shoes. Follow these expert tips for comfortable steps...
How Bunions Can Impact Your Daily Life?
Learn how bunions can impact your daily life and what you can do to manage the pain and discomfort associated with this common foot condition. Get tips and advice...
6 Benefits of Ankle Replacement Surgery
Ankle replacement surgery can help improve the quality of life for those suffering from severe ankle arthritis by reducing pain and improving mobility. In this article, we will 6 key benefits of ankle replacement surgery
Dr. Alan MacGill, Named One of U.S.’s Top Foot & Ankle Surgeons in 2020 by BECKER’S
November 17, 2020 Alan A. MacGill, DPM, our board-certified foot and ankle surgeon at Spine & Orthopedic Center, has been named one of the Top 38 Foot & Ankle Surgeons to Know in 2020. This comes directly from BECKER'S, the leading magazine for hospital business news and analysis for hospital and healthcare system executives. This [...]
High Heels and Flip Flops Could Be A Painful Choice
There is a link between walking in high heels and flip flops ankle injuries. Especially when walking downstairs. But don’t think that the opposite is any better. Walking downstairs in flip flops is also a painful choice. This time in your lower leg instead of your ankle. Therefore, high heels and flip flops could be [...]
Are Shin Splints Derailing Your Runs?
Learn how to Treat Shin Splints So They Don't Derail Your Run If you are a runner then there is a very high probability that you've experienced shin splints. We get it, they are no walk in the park... literally. That annoying pain that is concentrated in the front of your leg along the tibia [...]
Dr. Alan MacGill, New Member of Board of Directors for the American College of Foot & Ankle Surgeons
We would like to start by congratulating, Dr. Alan MacGill, on his achievement and contributions at the Annual Scientific Conference. At the conference, he was installed as a new member of the Board of Directors for the American College of Foot & Ankle Surgeons.
Acute vs. Chronic Pain
When pain occurs there are two different types, acute pain and chronic pain. It's important to know the difference.
9 Tips for Preventing Diabetic Foot Ulcers
If you are living with diabetes, one of the best things you can do is to keep your blood sugar levels under control. However, if not properly managed, diabetes can result in severe complications, such as poor blood flow and nerve damage. And this can ultimately lead to diabetic ulcers in the feet, which can [...]