Foot and Ankle Blog - Page 3 of 9

Sometimes the ankle machinery misbehaves, it refuses to swivel. Then the next moment, it's suddenly unstable. Explore what causes ankle instability.

Before bunion surgery, you should make sure you prep your home for your recovery. Here are 12 tips to make the perfect recovery nest.

Learn from our experts what causes neuropathy and nerve compression, the symptoms of these conditions, and how to treat them.

Thanks to modern R&D, bunion treatments have seen amazing advances. However, some outdated procedures still exist.

SoftWave shockwave therapy offers revolutionary non-invasive treatments for foot and ankle ailments. Learn more about its uses at UFAI.

A bunion is a progressive deformity that tends to get worse over time. Learn about non-surgical treatment options to relieve pain and stop the progression.

If not addressed in time, Charcot foot can cause joint dislocation or collapse, leading to foot deformity. Learn what you can do to avoid complications.

These patented antibacterial socks allow you to live your life without pain in the arch of the foot, ball of your foot, or heel bone.

What is toe tourniquet syndrome? How does it happen? And what can you do about it? Learn all about it here in this blog.

There are many causes of black toenail you should know about. Read about symptoms, treatment, and prevention of black toenail in this blog.

Aging feet need special care as the risks for chronic foot problems increase. Learn more about common foot problems to watch for as we age.

Foot and ankle injuries are on the rise during COVID. Dogs are being walked more, which means people are too. Learn how to avoid these overuse injuries.

What is osteoarthritis? What causes osteoarthritis? Learn about how we diagnose & treat the condition at University Foot and Ankle Institute.

Dr. Bob Baravarian discusses diabetic foot infections. Osteomyelitis (also known as “Diabetic Foot Infection”) is one of the most significant complications a diabetic patient can have. If you or someone you know are living with diabetes mellitus you probably already know your feet are at risk, but you might not yet know how severe it can be. Today, we’re going read more »

If your toe is deformed into a semi-circle (or a crossover toe) and it hurts a lot, it’s got to be a hammertoe, right? Well, maybe not!

We at UFAI are proud to be one of the first practices in Southern California to offer Leneva™, a new fat grafting system introduced in the US in late 2019.

Are you experiencing painful foot cramps at night? Learn about what causes these cramps and how to avoid them and restore your rest.

Learn what our experts have to say metatarsalgia and capsulitis of the second toe, including causes, symptoms, and advanced treatment options.

“If the shoe fits, wear it” really applies to all of us. But when it comes to your Kids shoes, thinking you should get shoes to wear now that they will also “grow into” can be a terrible mistake. So, here is a new adage for you: “If your kid’s shoe doesn’t fit, don’t let them wear it.” Long term foot read more »

Many confuse bunions and big toe arthritis, but they are different, especially for treatment. You can delay bunion treatment but early hallux limitus treatment is critically important.