Medical Articles & News
A recent study from McGill University in Canada looked at treatments for plantar fasciitis. The authors compared three groups of patients with pain from plantar fasciitis; each group had a different treatment. The Makeup of the Study + One group underwent extracorporeal shock wave therapy (ECST) with orthotics and a home exercise program + One […]
If you’re living with an arthritic ankle, a total knee replacement can have a tremendous effect on your life. Below we’ve shared three ways a total knee replacement can affect the health of an arthritic ankle. Change The Position of the Ankle When a total knee surgeon places a total knee implant, they must consider the […]
Charcot arthropathy is the destruction of the bones and joints of the foot and ankle from long-standing diabetes. It is irreversible and too often results in amputation. There are a lot of diabetics in Louisiana; they are both diagnosed and undiagnosed. Charcot arthropathy occurs after about ten years or so of no treatment or under-treatment. If […]
Hammer toe is one of the most common foot deformities in the country, with over 60 million Americans diagnosed every year. Doctors approach treatment from many angles, often considering surgery after first exploring conservative treatment paths. At Warner Orthopedics & Wellness, Dr. Meredith Warner utilizes safe and reliable treatment methods, avoiding popular surgical techniques that […]
Believe it or not, your big toe is one of the most important parts of your body because it provides propulsive force when you walk or run. A healthy and injury-free big toe should possess approximately 50 to 90 degrees of extension or dorsiflexion. When this motion is severely limited, it is referred to by […]
The MTP joint or the metatarsophalangeal is on of the most common sites of arthritis in the foot. Located at the base of the big toe, this joint is important because it must bend every time that you take a step. Once arthritis sets in and the joint begins to stiffen, walking can become particularly […]
On Sunday night, CVS Health and Aetna released a joint press release announcing a $69 billion acquisition plan for the pharmacy company (CVS) to purchase the health insurance giant (Aetna). The CVS Health and Aetna merger would not only set a record as the largest health insurance deal in U.S. history, but could potentially change […]
Neuropathy is damage to nerve tissue within the body that prevents messages from being sent to the brain. Diabetic neuropathy, specifically, is nerve damage in the legs and feet caused by high blood sugar. Dysfunctional nerves are unable to provide normal sensation or function. Neuropathy is not uncommon in those who have diabetes and can […]
Diabetes is a significant problem in the United States. While diabetes causes many adverse effects on one’s body, the most commonly-hospitalized reason involves the foot. Diabetes causes nerve damage and poor circulation, which is a catalyst for most foot problems. In addition, diabetics are unable to heal and fight infection normally. One of the complications […]
It’s a sophisticated form of arthritis, one that’s characterized by the quick and severe waves of pain, tenderness, and redness, often in the big toe. It can subside, bringing days without pain, only to be followed by another onset of attacks, known as flare-ups. There is no cure for gout, although prevention and management techniques […]
