by Stephanie Cosgrove | Oct 26, 2010 | FAQs
We are frequently asked by patients if they should use compression socks when flying. The answer is … maybe. Let’s first look at the underlying rationale behind the idea. Finding yourself immobile for an extended period of time has the potential to cause...
by Stephanie Cosgrove | Oct 26, 2010 | FAQ-reviewed, FAQs
What is a Bursa? A bursa is a fluid filled sack that occurs beneath the skin (plural = bursae). It is different to a blister that forms between the skin layers. Anywhere that one hard structure of the body (namely bone) rubs repetitively against a soft part (often...
by Stephanie Cosgrove | Oct 26, 2010 | FAQs
What is Haemosiderosis / Haemosiderin staining ? While this FAQ will deal primarily with haemosiderin staining in the skin of the lower leg, it can occur in other tissues as well. Haemosiderin staining is particularly common on the front of the lower leg in older...
by Stephanie Cosgrove | Oct 24, 2010 | FAQ-reviewed, FAQs
Is it necessary to X Ray heel spurs to confirm the diagnosis? When you come to see the podiatrist, it is generally not required to have an x ray for heel pain. Although a spur may be present on your foot, it is not very relevant to the treatment. If you have pain,...
by Stephanie Cosgrove | Oct 21, 2010 | FAQs
Pain on the top of the foot is quite common and can occur for a variety of reasons. One of the more common groups of structures to be affected are the extensor tendons that operate the toes. They are indicated in the adjacent diagram. Often, foot pronation (rolling...
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