Achilles Tendon Rupture Surgery In some cases, surgery is needed to repair a rupture in the Achilles tendon and any related soft-tissue injuries that may have also occurred. The goal of surgery is to help restore length and function of the Achilles tendon. A variety of surgical techniques are available to repair the rupture. In …

An ankle sprain is an injury to one or more ligaments in the ankle, usually on the outside of the ankle. Ligaments are bands of tissue – like rubber bands – that connect one bone to another and bind the joints together. In the ankle joint, ligaments provide stability by limiting side-to-side movement. Some ankle …

What is Gout? Gout is a disorder that results from the build-up of uric acid in the tissues or a joint. It most often affects the joint of the big toe. Causes: Gout attacks are caused by deposits of crystallized uric acid in the joint. Uric acid is present in the blood and eliminated in …

What Is an Ingrown Toenail? When a toenail is ingrown, it is curved and grows into the skin, usually at the nail borders (the sides of the nail). This “digging in” of the nail irritates the skin, often creating pain, redness, swelling, and warmth in the toe. If an ingrown nail causes a break in …

Even though bunions are a common foot deformity, there are misconceptions about them. Many people may unnecessarily suffer the pain of bunions for years before seeking treatment. What Is a Bunion? A bunion (also referred to as hallux valgus or hallux abducto valgus) is often described as a bump on the side of the big …

An ankle sprain is an injury to one or more ligaments in the ankle, usually on the outside of the ankle. Ligaments are bands of tissue – like rubber bands – that connect one bone to another and bind the joints together. In the ankle joint, ligaments provide stability by limiting side-to-side movement. Some ankle …

Our doctors and technicians are Certified in Advanced MLS Laser Therapy. Each patient receives customized treatment protocols that are specific to our clinic. Laser therapies have been used for a wide range of problems. In addition to Harvard University, extensive and reliable research in our country has verified the effectiveness of MLS Robotic Laser Therapy, …

We’re excided to be able to offer our patients with fungal nail disease (onychomycosis) cutting-edge laser therapy. Onychomycosis is an infection of the nail and nail bed apparatus. Onychomycosis is a challenging infection to eliminate, even though it is fairly easy to acquire. Laser therapy with the Q-Clear laser is an innovative option for treating …

Orthotics can be used to help fix problems with walking and posture. Knee, foot, and lower back pain are just a few of the problems that can be addressed with orthotics. There are several reasons why a person might require orthotics. Orthotics realign the bones in the foot and ankle and, as a result, relieve …

Warts are unattractive and uncomfortable to live with. Medical dermatology can get rid of them with no concerns. Are warts unattractive and uncomfortable to live with? It’s okay to be self-conscious about getting them removed in a safe and professional environment. Warts are a superficial skin infection caused by the HPV virus. Certain types of …