Peripheral Neuropathy Treatment in Anchorage, AK
Peripheral neuropathy refers to disorders of the nerves which are outside of the central nervous system (nerves which are away from the brain and spinal cord). Unfortunately, this problem …
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Metatarsalgia Treatment in Anchorage, AK
Metatarsalgia is a condition that presents with pain to the front of the foot (ball or forefoot) that usually results from activity and/or faulty foot mechanics. A review of …
Hammer Toe Treatment in Anchorage, AK
Thanks to Randy for posting a question, hope this helps. A hammertoe is a contracture—or bending—of one or both joints of the second, third, fourth, or fifth (little) toes. …
Hallux Rigidus/Limitus Treatment in Anchorage, AK
Hallux Limitus/ Rigidus is a condition where the big toe joint degenerates and becomes stiff and arthritic. The hallux (big toe) needs to flex upward and downward at the …
Gout Treatment in Anchorage, AK
Gout is caused by an elevation of uric acid within your blood. Uric acid is a natural substance in your body that is a breakdown product of proteins. Gout …
Ganglion Cyst Treatment in Anchorage, AK
What is a ganglion? Ganglion Cysts are a benign fluid-filled lump (cyst) that can occur in many areas of the body, but is most common on the hands and …
Fungus Infection Treatment in Anchorage, AK
Fungal infection of the foot, or Tinea pedis (athletes foot), is a superficial infection caused by a dermatophyte. Dermatophytes are fungi that thrive in a nonviable tissue of the …
Bunion (Hallux Valgus) Treatment in Anchorage, AK
Hallux valgus (bunion deformity) is a misalignment of the first metatarsophalangeal joint (MTPJ) that causes the big toe (hallux) to deviate towards the second toe. The deviation can be …
Neuroma or “Pinched Nerve”
A neuroma is a benign growth of nerve tissue that can occur to any of the nerves in the foot. Forefoot nerves are more susceptible to this process because …