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Extracorporeal shock wave therapy (ESWT) is an innovative treatment that is gaining recognition as an effective non-invasive option for various foot conditions. This article will explore what ESWT is, how it works, and its potential benefits, providing valuable insights for individuals seeking alter...
Introduction
Shin splints can be a challenging condition for runners, dancers, and military recruits. The term "shin splints" refers to pain along the shin bone (tibia) in the lower leg. In this comprehensive article, we will delve into the causes, symptoms, and prevention of shin splints, providin...
PATIENT EDUCATION
Here are the presentation slides for this condition.
TREATMENT PROCESS
This is my current treatment process for patients with shin splints.
- 1st Visit - Evaluate your condition, review x-rays, and perform a walking evaluation to determine the cause of your condition. Start wo...
Be Prepared Before Your Office Visit
We know that many of our patients want to be prepared before they come to the office.
Below you will find links to previous webinars on common foot conditions by the doctors at Central Massachusetts Podiatry.
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TREATMENT PROCESS
This is my current treatment process for treating patients with foot wounds. This video is a lecture on healing foot wounds and your feet.
- Evaluation - Determine severity of your ulcers or wound.
- Off-loading - Reduce pressure to the ulcer region to help it heal.
- Wound dressi...
TREATMENT PROCESS
This is my current treatment process for treating cracked heels.
- 1st Visit - Evaluate skin and determine cause of the cracked heel. Evaluate need for orthotics to reduce pressure from heel region. Remove any thick skin and callusing on the heel region. If there is a deep fissu...
TREATMENT PROCESS
This is my current treatment process for detached toenail.
- 1st Visit - Evaluate toenails and any causes contributing to the condition such as tight shoes, trauma or nail fungus.
- Treatment Options - If there is no fungus but only a detached toenail the treatment options incl ...
TREATMENT PROCESS
This is my current treatment process for a bone spur on the side of the baby toe (pinky). The video will show the surgical treatment of the bone spur.
- Evaluation - Determine if you have a bone spur causing a painful callus. This is often done with X-rays and a metallic marker p ...
TREATMENT PROCESS
This is my current treatment process for patients with pain to the front of their feet.
- 1st Visit - Evaluate your condition, review x-rays, and perform a walking evaluation to determine the severity of your condition. Start working to reduce inflammation, reduce pain and reduce...
TREATMENT PROCESS
This is my current treatment process for treating patients with diabetes. This video is a lecture on diabetes and your feet.
- Evaluation - Determine if you have any risk factors with your diabetes such as poor blood flow, neuropathy, or calluses.
- Diabetic Foot Exam - I recomm ...
