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As millions of avid golfers get ready for another season of pars and bogeys, they should be aware of potentially serious foot problems that can result from years of playing the game. Although golf is not always considered a rigorous sport, the physical act of repeatedly swinging a golf club...
As parents we love to see are children be active and achieve their goals. However, as physical demands of activities grow so do the risk of foot and ankle related injuries. Understanding these injuries as well as prevention and treatment options can help allow are children to stay active. Common...
Falls, accidents, and injuries happen when we least expect it. These incidents can leave you with painful injuries and in need of a fast diagnosis. When it comes to foot and ankle trauma, myself and my colleagues at Castle Rock Foot & Ankle Care are here to help. In fact,...
As you age, the elastin and collagen on the bottoms of your feet wear down and become thinner. This tissue thinning can also come about from wearing high heels, running, or playing sports for years. In Colorado, patients of all ages are very active, and this can affect the ability...
As the new school year gets up and running, so too does fall sports. With that comes the associated injuries. One of the most common of these are various degrees of ankle sprains. These sprains account for 20% of all sports injuries in the United States, and often result from...
Whether you are training for a sprint triathlon or an Ironman, training for three different sports can put a variety of different strains on your body. Each sport in itself can lead to injury, but together the risk of injury is compounded. Below we will talk about common injuries in...
Taking a vacation? Make it easy on your feet Although rest and relaxation are the goals for most vacations, they usually involve a lot of walking and a lot of walking usually involves sore feet. "Walking is great exercise and one of the most reliable forms of transportation," says Jessica...
Pickleball’s popularity has seen a meteoric rise over the past several years, with recent data from the Association of Pickleball Professionals reporting 35.5 million pickleball players in the United States alone, making it the fastest growing sport in America. As the sport increases in popularity, so does the rate of...
When we think of nutrition we generally think of our general health. Your diet can also affect your foot health. With March being National Nutrition Month we will look at ways to promote foot and ankle health through your diet. Anti-Inflammatory Foods -Vitamin C: Can decrease inflammation and help...
This winter’s fashionable high-heeled boots put women at risk for slips, falls, and injuries on ice and snow, warns Colorado foot and ankle surgeon, Dr. Jessica Herzog, DPM, FACFAS. These popular boots typically feature tall, spiked heels and narrow, pointed toes.“Wearing high-heels makes you more unstable when walking or standing...
Ingrown toenails are an often painful and common foot and ankle problem. They can result from many different causes, including nail trauma, toenail fungus, hereditary nail shape and others. When an ingrown toenail occurs, the nail grows in a curved fashion downward into the skin instead of flat and along...
Throughout our life most people will experience some type of foot or ankle pain. We can, however, try to mitigate this through regular stretching and exercising of the foot and ankle. This will help to improve overall health and flexibility by allowing one to stay active as long as possible. ...
If you’ve ever researched bunion surgery or talked to people you know who have undergone bunion surgery, you may have seen a wide variety of surgical options and post-operative experiences. This is because there are numerous ways to correct a bunion, and each bunion should be critically evaluated prior to...
As the newest physician at Castle Rock Foot & Ankle Care, I wanted to take some time to introduce myself! Growing up in Iowa, my childhood passion was always soccer. With this came a few injuries, as well as bothersome foot pain as a result of my flat feet. ...
Picking the Proper Running Shoe Whether you are a seasoned runner or just starting out, proper footwear is essential to your running success. Walking into any running store can be daunting with a wall full of dozens of shoes. Finding the best fitting shoe isn’t easy, especially when aiming for...
Custom Orthotics Are they worth the investment? Have you had custom orthotics in the past or are wondering if they would be beneficial for you? Have you never even heard of them? There are many reasons you could be looking into getting these for yourself. Orthotics refer to devices that...
As our Castle Rock Foot and Ankle Care office has grown, we are excited to announce a new addition with Dr. William Farrett and a new location in Highlands Ranch, Castle Rock Foot and Ankle Care at Highlands Ranch. Both Dr. Farrett and the Highlands Ranch office have been serving...
If your foot and ankle surgeon has recommended surgery as the best treatment for your foot and ankle condition, here are some guidelines you can follow to make your recovery experience much easier. Preparing Your Home You will need special accommodations to suit your needs after your surgery. If your...
The barrier to a perfect golf swing could lie in your big toe. Or your heel. Or on the ball of your foot. These are the three areas of your feet most likely to cause pain that can ruin your golf swing. Behind these pain-prone spots can lie stiff joints,...
Treatment and prevention of adult flatfoot can reduce the incidence of additional foot problems such as bunions, hammertoes, arthritis and calluses, and improve a person’s overall health. Overweight males in white-collar jobs are most apt to suffer from adult flatfoot disorder, a progressive condition characterized by partial or total collapse...
As I sit here and reflect on the past 10 years of ownership of Castle Rock Foot & Ankle Care, it is amazing to reflect not only on all of the changes that haven taken place in my practice, but also the changes in medicine & healthcare in general. I...
Extracorporeal shock wave therapy (ESWT) is the latest non-invasive, non-surgical, FDA cleared breakthrough procedure used to cure chronic plantar fasciitis, heel spur reduction, acute and chronic Achilles tendonitis. Performs best on people with chronic conditions that did not respond to conservative traditional therapy. Our practice now specializes in the latest, cutting-edge technologies for podiatric care and when traditional...
Many times people believe that their foot pain and great toe joint pain is just normal and that it is something that just develops naturally throughout the years. Often, this pain develops after a previous injury, trauma to the toe or due to the biomechanics behind the overall foot structure....
Many of the estimated 70 million obese Americans are trapped in a life-threatening vicious cycle: Obesity aggravates foot problems, like heel pain and flat feet; sore feet make it hard to exercise and lose weight; and without exercise, obesity worsens and exacerbates progression of diabetes, heart disease and other serious...
As the practice owner of Castle Rock Foot & Ankle Care, I would genuinely like to thank our local communities for voting our practice Best of the Best 2020. I, as well as Dr. Paul Stone and Dr. Scott Carrington, feel truly blessed to be part of our outstanding community....
What is ankle arthritis? The ankle joint is a complex structure that includes three bones: the tibia (the major leg bone), the fibula (the smaller leg bone), and the talus. These bones interact to allow for motion at the ankle joint. Ankle arthritis is a condition in which the ankle...
Recently, I have seen an increase of patients in my clinic with complaints of anterior shin pain. Many of us remember shin splints from our childhood after a day spent in the park, playing tennis on asphalt courts with thin soled rubber tennis shoes or after running for hours through...
Why does my foot hurt at the top of it and cause an aching with walking or standing in one place? Do I have midfoot arthritis? These may be common questions you are asking during these times of social distancing during COVID-19. Most likely, your daily activities are much different...
Should I fix my bunion? A bunion is an enlargement of the bone and the joint of the big toe. Many people have bunions, but not all bunions lead to pain or activity limitations. In some instances, as the bunion progresses, the big toe may also start to turn and...
Ankle sprains and instability- I can talk on this topic from not only a professional level, but also a personal level. I have lived with my husband now for 15 years, and I have gone through the constant cycle of ankle sprains with him- I have seen the swelling, bruising,...
With the hectic pace of the holidays, serious injuries from ice-related falls inevitably occur. Falls on icy surfaces are a major cause of ankle sprains and fractures, and it’s critical to seek prompt treatment to prevent further damage that can prolong recovery. The ankle joint is vulnerable to serious injury...