Stop Ignoring Your Foot or Ankle Pain: An Orthopedic Surgeon Can Help
flintfoot2023-07-24T15:48:31+00:00Studies have shown that almost 90% of Americans will suffer from foot pain at some point. This shouldn't be a huge surprise [...]
How to Avoid Summertime Ankle Injuries
flintfoot2023-06-15T17:10:39+00:00If you're like many Americans, the start of summer means it's time to hit the trails. One 2021 study found [...]
What Does It Mean to be a “Board-Certified” Orthopedic Surgeon?
flintfoot2023-04-26T14:56:11+00:00Ankle and foot issues are among the most common everyday injuries. Sprained ankles alone account for about 2 million injuries in the [...]
Worried About Orthopedic Surgery? How to Overcome Your Anxiety
flintfoot2023-04-21T19:09:53+00:0015 million Americans will have surgery this year, according to the American College of Surgeons. Most surgeries don't pose many serious [...]
Does a Torn Tendon Always Require Surgery?
flintfoot2023-04-20T19:48:51+00:00Tendons are a band of tissue that connects the muscles to the bones. Tendons transfer force from muscles to allow [...]
When Should I Seek Treatment for Achilles Tendonitis?
flintfoot2023-01-24T18:48:45+00:00Achilles tendonitis is a condition caused by overuse of the Achilles tendon. The Achilles tendon is a tissue band connecting [...]
Common Flatfoot Deformities that May Require Surgery
flintfoot2023-01-24T18:38:55+00:00Flatfoot, or pes planus, is a condition in which the arch of the foot collapses, causing the entirety of the [...]
What is a Bunionette and What Should I do About it?
flintfoot2023-01-23T21:07:25+00:00A bunionette, also known as a tailor’s bunion, is a painful, bony protrusion that forms on the outside of the [...]
When to Consult A Surgeon for Your Plantar Fasciitis
flintfoot2022-12-28T18:26:35+00:00If you’re experiencing discomfort in the soles of your feet, you may have plantar fasciitis. By understanding when to consult [...]
Arthroscopic Surgery in Boise: The Benefits & Process
flintfoot2022-12-28T18:18:06+00:00Arthroscopic surgery has become popular for joint problems such as torn ligaments, cartilage damage, and arthritis in Boise. This type [...]
