The Journal of Foot and Ankle Research has reported the latest study to evaluate the effectiveness of dry needling to treat plantar heel pain. Plantar heel pain is a common and disabling condition and is one of the most common foot conditions. over the years, various treatments are tried with varying degrees of success and the alternative therapy of dry needling is … [Read more...] about Dry Needling Effectiveness Study
Foot And Ankle
Surgeons say treat foot pain early
According to foot and ankle surgeons attending the 68th Annual Scientific Conference of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons in Las Vegas at the end of February 2010, heel and foot pain continues to be the most common reason patients seek advice and surgeons advise the best defense to keeping pain in control is early treatment. Heel pain can have many different … [Read more...] about Surgeons say treat foot pain early
Charcot Marie Tooth Syndrome
Charcot Marie Tooth Disease or Charcot Marie Tooth Syndrome, (CMT) is a genetic (inherited) condition that affects the nerves of the legs and arms. CMT affects both sensory and motor nerves, causing weakness and muscle wasting with numbness/sensory problems. Why is it called Charcot Marie Tooth Disease? As the name would seem to imply, the syndrome actually has nothing … [Read more...] about Charcot Marie Tooth Syndrome