Orthopedics

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2012-02-08 Orthopedics - Muscle pain for a year:

These Chicago Podiatrists, Elmhurst Podiatrists & South Loop Orthopedic Podiatrists say.......    Dear Karen,  For your muscle pain---   Sound like a chronic muscle or tendon pull. Could also possibly

2012-01-30 Podiatry - Foot pain:

Hi June,    The shoes may worsen your foot pain but are likely not the cause.  I would have x-rays to see if you have arthritis.  Insoles should be custom-made by a podiatrist.  Lower back problems can

2012-01-28 Podiatry - High heels and Children:

Hi Julie,    I see no harm in 2 inch heels.  There is a greater chance of getting injuries from gymnastics, however, children are able to tolerate these activities and it is good for them.  There are so

2012-01-26 Podiatry - Foot pain:

Hi Amy,    You should be tested for small fiber neuropathy.  This is done with a biopsy of several portions of skin from the lower leg and sent to a pathology lab.  See a podiatrist that does this simple

2012-01-24 Podiatry - foot pain:

HI Kate,    I would certainly see a podiatrist and have x-rays for your sons foot injury.  There could be a fracture or growth plate injury.    Sincerely,    Marc Katz, DPM  Tampa, FL  Advanced Podiatry