This blog is an up-to-the-minute guide on news relating to diagnosing, avoiding and treating common foot and ankle ailments. The doctors at Foot and Ankle Associates of North Texas wants you to have the most accurate, up-to-date information regarding foot and ankle ailments. Think of us as part of your family in Grapevine, Texas giving you useful and accurate advice on how to deal with common foot and ankle problems. Want more content, contact us and ask a question! We are happy to be your "Dear Abby" for foot problems!
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Four Tips for Over 40 RunnersHere are four things I learned that will help your running longevity after 40-years-old.
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Four Easy Stretches for Foot PainIf your feet tired, sore, weak or unstable after a run or at the end of a day; these stretches are for you!
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It’s That Time of the Year - Stress Fracture Time!Many people start ramping up their running this time of the year, as the weather gets nicer. What could possibly be bad about that? Stress fractures!
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Injury Prevention for RunnersFAANT pearls on how to avoid a major running injury!
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Spring Running TipsCertain foot types do better in different shoe types so make sure you get evaluated for the right shoe type. Inserts are also very important in the majority of runners if they pronate or supinate which most of us do.
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Toe Fractures -- Little Toe, Big Pain!Even though our toes are little they can produce big pain if a fracture occurs!
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It Is Beautiful Outside, I Think I’ll Go For A Run -- But Why Does My Foot Hurt So Bad?Spring brings nice weather and all of us out of hibernation from the winter. It is time to get back running and getting back into shape. So why are you in pain?
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Arch MadnessMarch Madness inspires many to hit the basketball courts and incites a rush of arch madness from plantar fasciitis. Hope is on the way! Here are some simple tricks to bench the pain of arch madness.
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Knee Pain Go Away. Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)That deep ache you feel deep inside of your knee could be caused by a condition called patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS).
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Can Orthotics Improve My Golf Game? Foot Expert Discusses Benefits of Orthotics in Golf Game.Orthotics have been shown to improve posture and stability in stance. Use of orthotics by the experienced golfer has been proven to improve one's game.
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How Do I Know if My Orthotics Need to be Replaced?Orthotics do not last forever, but many patients think they might! Here are some tips to help you decide if it is time for some new custom foot orthotics.
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There is Life After Running...Or Needing Relative RestRunners feel like the world is coming to an end when they are told perhaps they should run less. Often this can open a whole new world of exercise options. Explore your horizons. You may end up on a pink bike!