There was an interesting article recently in the New York Times entitled “Big Baby, Smart Kid.” The article notes that about half of all births in the United States are … Read More “Too Much of a Good Thing?”
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Author austinPosted on Author austinPosted on I Can’t Stand My Orthotic Foot Supports– What Can I Do?
Almost every day people show up in my office with orthotics they just can’t wear. Some of these were made by doctors who claim that they are experts in making … Read More “I Can’t Stand My Orthotic Foot Supports– What Can I Do?”
Author austinPosted on What Does Dr. Oz Know About Bunion Surgery?
The short answer: about as much I know about cardiac surgery! That’s the problem. In todays’ world, an “expert” in one thing is somehow an expert on things they know … Read More “What Does Dr. Oz Know About Bunion Surgery?”
Author austinPosted on Are You a Throwback?
If you are the one in 13 people who have a flexible foot that bends in the middle– what we professionals call a “midtarsal break”– then according to physical anthropologist … Read More “Are You a Throwback?”
Author austinPosted on FAQ- How come I always have trouble in one foot and the other is fine?
Sometimes old injuries or congenital problems can make one foot more likely to have problems and the other. We must remember that we are not totally symmetrical. One foot is … Read More “FAQ- How come I always have trouble in one foot and the other is fine?”
Author austinPosted on FAQ-What can I do myself about my painful neuroma?
Actually a lot! There are a few simple things that you can do to help reduce the pain of a neuroma. Wear a wide, well-cushioned shoe. Neuromas are most painful when … Read More “FAQ-What can I do myself about my painful neuroma?”
Author austinPosted on FAQ: Do I really need expensive custom orthotics?
Often the answer is no. Many people purchase shoe inserts from Dr. Scholl’s or even from Costco. And if you have a minor foot problem these can often do the … Read More “FAQ: Do I really need expensive custom orthotics?”
Author austinPosted on These Are A Few Of My Favorite Things!
We sell a bunch of small foot health products in our office as a convenience to our patients. Typically these are things you just can’t find in stores that we … Read More “These Are A Few Of My Favorite Things!”
Author austinPosted on Is There Too Much Surgery in Podiatry?
I’ve been to a lot of Podiatry conferences in my 30 years of practice. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve sat through presentations by the leading lights of … Read More “Is There Too Much Surgery in Podiatry?”
Author austinPosted on I Love X-Rays!
And not just x-rays, I also love ultrasound images. Modern imaging of the body is like a secret window into our bodies. It’s fast, easy, and painless. For someone like … Read More “I Love X-Rays!”