Heel fractures, which are also known as Calcaneus fractures, can be severe and disabling. These fractures commonly happen during a high-energy or impact event such as falls, car crashes or sports injuries. They occur when the weight of the body is too much for the heel support. Treatment often involves surgery but some fractures lead […]
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Breaking your ankle can mean an extreme loss in mobility. Typically with ankle fractures one or more of the bones in the ankle joint are broken. The more bones you break the more weak and unstable the ankle can be. A fractured ankle can mean a break in one bone or a several breaks, which […]
Your knees are some of the most important joints in your body. As the largest joint in the body, the knee is an essential part of movement. Knee ligaments connect your thighbone to the lower leg bones. Sprains or tears to the knee ligament are common and can be debilitating. There are 3 different types […]
At Warner Orthopedics and Wellness, I often order nerve conduction studies in order to determine the source of either pain, sensory deficit, weakness, or neuropathy. Nerve conduction studies involved specialized equipment and are typically performed by certain physicians certified in their performance. I am not certified in the performance of EMG/nerve conduction studies, but I […]
It’s well known that running can be great for your health, helping people lose weight and get in shape, all while letting us enjoy the outdoors as we do it. Unfortunately, running can also be hard on your body and result in knee pain, especially if you’re not careful about the shoes you wear or […]
If you have or know anyone who has gout attacks, you know how incredibly debilitating and painful they can be. When you have a gout attack, it can become extremely painful as joints begin to swell, become warm to the touch and turn red. When a flare up is happening, even the slightest touch or […]
Arthritis is a painful condition in the joints that causes inflammation, stiffness and most of all pain. As we age, these conditions become worse due to wear and tear on our joints, and managing the pain and related symptoms can become even more of a challenge.
Foot and ankle pain can be difficult to deal with, especially since we spend a good majority of the day on our feet. While many would opt to simply fight through the pain, it’s always recommended that you consult a doctor at the first sign of pain or discomfort. For many, that means calling their […]
Tennis elbow is the common term used to referred to elbow pain caused by overuse of the forearm and arm muscles. Of course, you don’t have to be an avid tennis played to get this condition, but it did get it’s name as a result of common injuries in tennis players.
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