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Discover common foot fractures and symptoms at Desert Podiatric Medical Specialists. From ankle fractures like lateral and medial malleolus to midfoot and heel fractures, we offer advanced treatments in Tucson, Oro Valley, and Green Valley.
Thin cracks in the bone are known as stress fractures. They result from overuse and repetitive force, such as running excessively. Additionally, stress fractures can result from regular usage of a bone that has been weakened by a disease like osteoporosis. Causes of Stress Fractures: Diagnosis: To determine whether you have a fracture caused by…
Bone fractures or broken bones are the same: painful, immobilizing and require proper care and treatment. Your feet are a complex structure of many bones and joints, making them prone to fractures if caution is not practiced. There are different types of fractures that will determine the amount of time you need to stay off…
Do you know if you should visit the doctor with a broken bone? The answer is “yes” — every time. A fracture is a partial or complete break in the bone. A fall or a direct hit can cause this injury. A bone can fracture when it undergoes more pressure than it can handle. Do…
Katie Ormerod suffered a painful, career-pausing injury one day before competing in the Pyeongchang 2018 Olympic Winter Games. While training, the British snowboarder came off of a rail too early. The early departure caused her to split her right heel bone in half. Reading over those words paints a picture of pain. The injury itself was incredibly…
Experiencing a fracture to the foot or ankle is a common reason for visiting your foot doctor. Foot fractures can vary considerably in type and severity and your foot doctor is uniquely qualified to provide the proper care. Even a seemingly minor break could have hidden aspects that are intermittent and difficult to accurately trace…
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