Arthritis of the big toe joint, also known as hallux limitus or hallux rigidus, is a common disorder that can cause significant pain and limitation in movement. There are a variety of treatment options available for this condition, both surgical and non-surgical. At District Foot and Ankle, we employ a minimally invasive approach for a … Read more
What is one of the most common lower-leg pains I see as a podiatrist in Northern Virginia? High on the list is medial tibial stress syndrome (MTSS), a condition affecting athletic people and those who exercise regularly. Also known as shin splits, this malady manifests as pain occurring in the shin bone – i.e. the … Read more
Cleveland Clinic defines gout as a “painful form of arthritis”. Uric acid crystals concentrate in joints, particularly in the fingers, knees, ankles, and toes leading to pain, tenderness, and swelling in the afflicted areas. More common in men than women, it affects 3.9% of the adult population of the United States. That’s roughly 9.2 million … Read more
As a runner, you may be familiar with all the different types of pain that can occur in your leg. From musculoskeletal problems like medial tibial stress syndrome (MTSS) and tibial bone stress injury (TBSI), to vascular issues like popliteal artery entrapment syndrome (PAES), to neurologic conditions like entrapment neuropathies, there are many potential causes … Read more
Do you suffer from muscle cramps and have been searching for a ‘podiatrist near me? Young or old, athletic, or not, muscle cramps seem to get the better of many of us. The question, ‘Why does muscle cramping occur’ is one that we thought we’d answer in this post. Join us as we go over … Read more