Category: Orthopedic Surgeons

9 Possible Causes of Bumps on Heels of Feet

 

Bumps on heels of feet

Bumps on the heels of the feet can arise due to various underlying causes, ranging from benign conditions to more serious medical issues. Understanding these potential causes can help identify the specific condition causing bumps on heels and facilitate appropriate treatment. 1. Calluses Calluses are one of the most common causes of bumps on the…

How to Relieve Hip Pain from Sleeping on Your Side

 

A woman with side hip pain after sitting on the edge of the bed.

Waking up with hip pain can be a common complaint, especially if you’re a side sleeper. Hip pain from sleeping on your side is caused by pressure on your hips. There are several strategies and remedies to help alleviate hip pain and ensure a more comfortable night’s sleep. Why Do My Hips Hurt When I…

Why Do I Have Pain in Elbow When Straightening Arm?

 

A man grabbing his painful elbow.

Do you have pain when straightening arm or performing other activities? There are two common elbow conditions that result in elbow pain when extending the arm: tennis and golfer’s elbow. Here are golfer and tennis elbow symptoms to determine if you have one of these conditions. Tennis Elbow Symptoms Tennis elbow, clinically known as lateral…

What You Need to Know About Baxter’s Nerve Entrapment

 

A person suffering from Baxter’s nerve entrapment touching painful area of a heel.

Baxter’s nerve entrapment, also known as inferior calcaneal nerve entrapment or Baxter’s neuropathy, is a condition that affects the nerves in the heel and can cause pain and discomfort in the foot. If you have foot or ankle pain, you may be experiencing symptoms of Baxter’s nerve entrapment. What Causes Baxter’s Nerve Entrapment? The condition…

What Causes Knee Pain Going Down Stairs?

 

A person feeling knee pain when going down the stairs.

Knee pain is a common problem that affects many people, especially those who are older or who have had previous knee injuries. One of the most common causes of knee pain is going up or down stairs. If you have knee pain going down stairs, it may indicate a few different knee conditions. When you…

Causes and Treatment for Shortleg Syndrome

 

Children sitting on a high bench looking down at their legs.

Is one leg longer than the other? If you have a leg length discrepancy, it is often referred to as “shortleg syndrome” or SLS. This condition can greatly affect how your body functions, especially as you get older. Here is what you need to know about SLS, including the possible causes and treatment options. The…

How To Fix Duck Feet

 

Feet of a baby standing in shower tub filled with water.

When feet point outward it is called out-toeing and often referred to as “duck feet.” This is a common walking stance, especially for children as they are learning to walk. If notice you or your child have duck feet posture, there are ways to remedy this condition to improve walking. Out-toeing is usually caused by…

Is Walking Good for Sciatica? Ideas for Sciatica Relief

 

A man suffering from sciatica pain walking around the living room.

Sciatica is a not a medical condition but a combination of symptoms that are related to the sciatic nerves in the lower back. If you have these symptoms, you may wonder, is walking good for sciatica? Here are ideas on long-term and immediate relief for sciatic pain. What Is Sciatica? Sciatica is a common spine…

Pinky Toe Pain: Causes and Treatments

 

A person massaging their painful foot and pinky toe.

The baby or pinky toe may seem inconsequential until you experience pinky toe pain. A sore baby toe can make your day miserable, impacting your mobility. If you have a painful pinky toe, there are a variety of possible causes and treatments that can give you relief. The little or pinky toe is the fifth…

Do Plantar Fasciitis Socks Work?

 

A person wearing compressing socksmassaging their sole.

If you have pain in your heel or bottom of your foot, you could be experiencing plantar fasciitis. This condition affects the fascia or ligaments in the bottom of the foot that connect the heel to the toes. One of the non-invasive treatments that may offer relief is plantar fasciitis socks; but do they really…