Chronic Achilles Tendon Pain | What is the role of MRI and ultrasound? -Friday, May 6, 2016
What is the role of MRI and Doppler Ultrasound in treating chronic Achilles tendon pain? Does the information obtained from these tests improve patient outcomes? And are the costs of these tests justified? This article discussed the value of imaging in chronic Achilles pain.
Gel Heel Pads | Indications for use -Wednesday, May 4, 2016
Gel heel pads vary in density and thickness. Which one is right for your needs? This article looks at the attributes of each of our gel heel pads.
Haglund's Deformity | Treatment options -Sunday, May 1, 2016
Haglund's Deformity is a prominence of bone found on the posterior heel. How is Haglund's deformity treated? This article looks at the conservative care measure used to treat Haglund's deformity.
Relative Hardness of Heel Lifts and Heel Cushions -Thursday, April 28, 2016
Which heel lift or heel cushion is right for you? This post discussed the relative hardness of heel lifts and heel cushions.
Achilles Tendinitis | Using a heel lift and spring plate for treatment -Thursday, April 28, 2016
Treating chronic Achilles tendinitis requires a comprehensive treatment plan including activity modification and rest. Rest can vary from a complete abstinence from activity or any number of activity modifications. This article explores the use of a Spring Plate and heel lift to treat chronic Achilles tendinitis.