Sports Medicine

Foot Injuries:

1. Sprains: Ligament injuries often caused by twisting or turning.
2. Fractures: Breaks in the bones of the foot, such as the metatarsals or phalanges.
3. Plantar Fasciitis: Inflammation of the tissue that runs along the bottom of the foot.
4. Heel Spurs: Bony growths on the heel bone that can cause pain.
5. Stress Fractures: Small cracks in the bones due to repetitive stress.
6. Tendinitis: Inflammation of the tendons in the foot.
7. Bunions: A deformity of the big toe joint, often exacerbated by footwear.
8. Morton’s Neuroma: Thickening of tissue around a nerve between the toes, often causing pain.

Ankle Injuries:

1. Ankle Sprains: Stretching or tearing of the ligaments around the ankle, often from rolling or twisting the ankle.
2. Ankle Fractures: Breaks in the bones of the ankle, such as the tibia or fibula.
3. Achilles Tendinitis: Inflammation of the Achilles tendon, which can be caused by overuse.
4. Torn Achilles Tendon: A complete or partial tear of the Achilles tendon.
5. Anterior Compartment Syndrome: Increased pressure in the lower leg’s muscle compartments, which can be acute or chronic.
6. Syndesmosis Injury: Injury to the ligaments connecting the tibia and fibula, often called a high ankle sprain.
7. Osteochondral Lesions: Damage to the cartilage and underlying bone in the ankle joint.
8. Peroneal Tendon Injury: Injury to the tendons on the outside of the ankle, often from overuse or trauma.

Our customized treatment plans allow us to individualize your experience and help you achieve your specific goals. We aim to treat your symptoms while addressing the cause of your pain, and we will work on establishing healthy practices to prevent future injuries. As a reminder, you should always wear sport-appropriate shoes and stretch for at least 15 minutes before playing sports.

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