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• posted: Jan. 30, 2015

Chronic ankle instability (unstable ankle) is a condition characterized by a recurring “giving way” of the outer side of the ankle.  It most often develops following an ankle sprain. When Read More

• posted: Jan. 02, 2015
• Choosing Athletic Shoes

No matter what sport you play, the type of shoe you wear while playing your favorite game is one of your most important pieces of equipment.  Choosing the most appropriate, Read More

• posted: Dec. 08, 2014
• Foot Stretches

The feet bear a lot of stress from day to day.  That’s why podiatrists recommend stretching as a great way to revitalize and strengthen the feet.  Simple stretches can be Read More

• posted: Aug. 25, 2014
• Childrens Feet,  Childrens Foot doctor,  Childrens podiatrist,  pediatric podiatrist

Healthy Feet for Active Kids The feet of children grow and change rapidly during their first year, reaching almost half their adult foot size. Many changes in children’s feet are a Read More

• posted: Aug. 25, 2014
• Stress Fractures

Stress fractures are notoriously misdiagnosed and under treated. In many cases, symptoms may persist for an extended period of time before the diagnosis of a stress fracture is even made. Read More

• posted: Jul. 01, 2014
• Marathon Training,  Running,  Stretching

Whether you’re training for your very first marathon or preparing for your tenth, it’s important to begin your training program on the right foot.  A lack of experience coupled with Read More

• posted: Apr. 23, 2014
• Achilles,  Ruptured Tendon,  Ruptured Achilles

The Achilles tendon is the strong band of tissue that connects the calf muscle to the heel bone. This lower leg tendon enables you to walk, jump, stand on your Read More

• posted: Apr. 23, 2014
• Sports Podiatrist

How to Maximize Your Game with Good Foot Health When it comes to exercise, your feet are one of the most overlooked parts of the body, enduring tremendous strain and stress Read More

• posted: Feb. 20, 2014
• Gait Analysis

Treating an array of problems of the foot and ankle at AAL Podiatry Associates, we put the best of technology to work in diagnosing many biomechanical injuries and abnormalities that Read More

• posted: Jan. 23, 2014
• Foot Scanners

Your feet are the foundation of your entire body, supporting you when you stand, walk and run. But when your feet are functioning poorly, signs and symptoms of altered biomechanics Read More

• posted: Dec. 17, 2013
• Cryosurgery,  Cryotherapy

When your feet hurt, your entire body hurts, especially when you're suffering from painful neuromas or heel pain caused by plantar fasciitis. Generally, rest, anti-inflammatory medications, physical therapy or orthotics Read More

• posted: Nov. 18, 2013
• Shockwave Therapy

If you are one of the millions of Americans that suffer from chronic heel pain caused by plantar fasciitis, then you know just how unpleasant this very common foot condition Read More

• posted: Oct. 15, 2013
• Arthritis

With age, it’s not uncommon to experience pain and stiffness in your feet and ankles.  Carefully monitoring your pain is important, however, as this noticeable discomfort could be an early Read More

• posted: Sep. 16, 2013
• Ankle Sprain,  Sprained Ankle

An ankle sprain is one of the most common injuries to the ankle, resulting from a fall or a sudden twist that forces the ligaments out of their normal position. Read More

• posted: Aug. 15, 2013
• Achilles tendon

The Achilles tendon is the largest and strongest tendon in the body, located in the back of the lower leg and connecting the heel bone to the calf muscle. This Read More

• posted: Jul. 15, 2013
• foot pain,  relieving achy feet

It's not uncommon to experience foot pain after a long day of work or a vigorous sport activity, especially as we age. A long day of shopping or yard work Read More