Keeping Your Feet Healthy Through Education
As a society, we are constantly on our feet. Whether the issues are caused by life expectancy increase, heavier body weight or the fact that we are trying to become more active, our feet are becoming more important to us every day. Children are competing in athletics at a higher levels. People are living longer. Weight gain in adults and children are more problematic. Foot and ankle complaints and concerns are touching every life and every family. As a foot & ankle specialist, Dr Gibson sees these problems on a regular basis and can provide key insights into these concerns. He also enjoys blogging about these common concerns.
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High Ankle Sprain of Rob Gronkowski Could Change Super Bowl Outcome in 2012
A high ankle sprain is a significant injury. Rob Gronkowski, the star TE for New England Patriots was injured in the AFC game and may be affected...
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Turf Toe Injury - A Common Problem In Many Sports
You have joint pain to the great toe joint....The pain hurts with movement of the toe....This could be turf toe, even if you don't play football...
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Big Toe Pain In Soccer
Soccer is a very active sport and can produce multiple injuries. One such injury is in the joint of the big toe. Dr Gibson discusses this problem...
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BYU Wins, Ole Miss Losses Key Player With Ankle Injury
As BYU squeaked out a victory 14-13 on Saturday, a key player for Ole Miss suffered an ankle injury. What could this mean? Will he play again this season?
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Dislocated Ankle Injury Interrupts Season
BYU Football Player Iona Pritchard had a season-ending injury. What is a dislocated ankle and are there treatments besides surgery?
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Does Jimmer Ferdette Succeed Because Of Good Shoes?
Jimmer Ferdette is the most popular college basketball player in the country. What is the secret to his success? If you could be as successful in your sport, would you make the change?
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Do I Need A Special Shoe Between Periods of Exercise?
As an athlete, you wear specialized shoes to run, play soccer, dance, ride bike or climb mountains. These shoes are key to protecting your feet during your activity, but what do you do with your feet between these athletic events? Is there a special shoe that should be utilized at these time? Learn to protect your feet at other times through a specialized athletic shoe...
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Why Do You Run?
Some people run for exercise, others run because they enjoy it, but others may have a far more important reason for the run. Why do you run?
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What Airplane Turbulence Teaches Us About Fracture Recovery
After a fracture heals, it is imperative that return to exercise and other activities be done smart. Pilots are specially trained to fly in turbulence by slowing down. Return to exercise activities should undergo the same care.
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Running 1840 Miles From Sacramento to St Joseph, Missouri
Karl Metzer is running along the Pony Express Trail for close to 2000 miles. What are some important ideas on how he stays injury free?
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Returning After Injury Too Soon Can Worsen The Problem
As we increase the strength and speed of our athletes, we also increase the injury potential. Injuries have been increasing since 2003, and are often called sprains. If you don't treat an sprain correctly, you can increase the problem by returning to your sport too quickly.
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My Foot Stopped Hurting, Do I Still Need The Boot?
After a fractured foot, how long do you need to stay in the cast or boot. What if the pain resolves, is that the sign that the boot should be removed? Dr Gibson discusses his fracture and when he can remove the boot.