Foot and Ankle Problems (Part 1)

Foot and Ankle Problems (Part 1)

Sep 14

Overview:
We depend on our feet to take us where we need to go. But many people have painful foot problems that can hinder their activities. In this show, you’ll learn about treatments for some common foot and ankle ailments, including plantar fasciitis, bunions, sprained ankles and ankle arthritis.

Part One:
Plantar fasciitis
Treatments for plantar fasciitis
Heel cups
Splints
Shockwave therapy
Sprained ankles

Part Two:
Bunions-causes and symptoms
Treatment for bunions
High heeled shoes
Arthritis
Ankle fusion
Ankle replacements

Guest:
Dr. Daniel Farber, an orthopaedic surgeon at the University of Maryland Medical Center and Kernan Hospital who specializes in treating foot and ankle problems. Dr. Farber is also an assistant professor of orthopaedics at the University of Maryland School of Medicine.

Links:

Foot and Ankle Problems (Part 1)

Foot and Ankle Problems (Part 1)

Maryland Foot and Ankle Program

http://www.umm.edu/orthopaedic/footankle.htm

Dr. Daniel Farber
http://www.umm.edu/doctors/daniel_c_farber.html

Duration : 0:15:31

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