This is a library of every article written by a FAANT doctor or staff in the last few years. The collection is quite extensive and there are some overlapping articles, but basically this is everything you ever wanted to know about your feet and ankles! Throw in some running and triathlon advice mixed in with all about shoes and socks; and you have a FAANT lasagna of articles. Enjoy!
PS. If you want more content, send us an email and we will blog or write about it.
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Dancing With The Stars: Another Foot Injury?What does this have to do with running? A lot, if the training before a race or before a dance performance is not done properly.
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Stress Fractures In RunnersA stress fracture is a small crack in a bone that is due to repeated stress. 95% of stress fractures develop in the lower extremity and account for 10% of running injuries.
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Are Your Legs Different Lengths?From early in the development process, the body's two halves develop independently. As they develop, usually they will be very similar and almost identical.
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How Do I Begin to Train For My First Marathon?Running a marathon requires both physical and mental strength, focus, commitment, and time. Completing a marathon can be a very satisfying experience.
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The Stink in Your Feet!Are you embarrassed about the stank that comes from your feet. Do your husband’s feet stink? What about your children’s feet, especially your young athlete?
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Sports InjuriesSports injuries are not fun. Here are some common warning signs that you dont want to ignore.
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Running Uphill CorrectlyI was talking on Sunday with a runner who is training for the Wasatch Back Relay and has been running without difficulty for months. Recently she has been runnning hills and is trying a new hill running technique taught at the local Rec Center and has started having leg pain (shin splints). To help others avoid overuse injury while running hills, I will give my recommendations.
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Don't Forget Your Stretches Before You Run!As podiatrists, we treat all types of foot and ankle injuries, but we want to PREVENT foot and ankle injuries. We encourage our patients to stretch.
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My 4 Keys to Marathon RecoveryAfter my recent marathon, I had near complete resolution of my muscle pain and weakness after just 48 hours. Since many runners are seaking keys to quicker recovery, I felt it was benefitial to list my current recovery regimen.
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Treadmill Running...Just Slow Down!I was reviewing the post about Madonna falling off of her treadmill and started thinking of the injuries I see due to the perceived safety of a treadmill.
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Top 3 Preperations For A RunAs you prepare to run any distance, how you prepare is important. Of all the preparations you make, there are 3 top preparations that should be undergone.
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It's Just a Jump to the Left...No, this isn't doing the "Time Warp!" I'm more interested in my runners who come in complaining about foot, ankle, shin, knee, or hip pain ON ONE SIDE.