Recommended Pages at footphysicians.com
R.I.C.E Protocol
footphysicians.com — “R.I.C.E. Protocol Rest: Stay off the injured (foot/ankle). Walking may cause further injury. Ice: Apply an ice pack to the injured area, placing a thin towel between the ice and the skin. Use ice for 20 minutes and then wait at least 40 minutes before icing again. Compression: An elastic wrap should be used to control swelling. Elevation: The (foot/ankle) should be raised slightly above the level of your heart to reduce swelling.” View full resource at footphysicians.com
Most Recently Shared on October 26, 2010 at 4:44 pm By:
Hai-En Peng, DPM Podiatrist and Doctor
After an injury to the foot or ankle, use the RICE method. Then make an appointment to see your local podiatrist... http://fb.me/K4by4FHX
Sesamoid Injuries in the Foot
footphysicians.com — “Sesamoids are two pea-shaped bones located in the ball of the foot, beneath the big toe joint.” View full resource at footphysicians.com
Most Recently Shared on October 26, 2010 at 4:35 pm By:
Hai-En Peng, DPM Podiatrist and Doctor
Pain underneath the big toe joint? You might have sesamoiditis or an injury to the sesamoid... http://fb.me/IDMnyuQf
Tailor' s Bunion (Bunionette)
footphysicians.com — “Tailor--™s bunion, also called a bunionette, is a prominence of the fifth metatarsal bone at the base of the little toe.” View full resource at footphysicians.com
Most Recently Shared on October 25, 2010 at 8:53 pm By:
Hai-En Peng, DPM Podiatrist and Doctor
Do you have a bump on the outside of where your little toe is? You might have a tailor's bunion or bunionette... http://fb.me/K1wHsdNt
Runners: Fit Feet Finish Faster
footphysicians.com — “Both long-distance runners and casual joggers can improve their performance by keeping their feet in top condition and taking steps to control foot problems common in runners.” View full resource at footphysicians.com
Most Recently Shared on October 22, 2010 at 4:57 pm By:
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Runners, keep your feet in top condition... http://fb.me/MiIqVdq5
You're never too old for pain-relieving foot surgery. Watch the video... http://fb.me/HsCQAjUV
footphysicians.com — “You're never too old for pain-relieving foot surgery. Watch the video... http://fb.me/HsCQAjUV” View full resource at footphysicians.com
Most Recently Shared on October 22, 2010 at 4:47 pm By:
Hai-En Peng, DPM Podiatrist and Doctor
You're never too old for pain-relieving foot surgery. Watch the video... http://fb.me/HsCQAjUV
Diabetic Foot Care Guidelines
footphysicians.com — “Diabetes can be dangerous for feet; to avoid serious foot problems follow these guidelines” View full resource at footphysicians.com
Most Recently Shared on October 22, 2010 at 4:32 pm By:
Hai-En Peng, DPM Podiatrist and Doctor
If you or know of someone who has diabetes, make sure they see a podiatrist at least once a year to get their feet... http://fb.me/susXVV3m
Athlete' s Foot
footphysicians.com — “A fungal infection may occur on any part of the body; on the foot it is called athlete--™s foot, or tinea pedis.” View full resource at footphysicians.com
Most Recently Shared on September 20, 2010 at 5:41 pm By:
Hai-En Peng, DPM Podiatrist and Doctor
A little itchy in between the toes? You might have athlete's foot... http://fb.me/FlLB0bvt
Ingrown Toenail
footphysicians.com — “When a toenail is ingrown, it is curved and grows into the skin, usually at the nail borders (the sides of the nail). This --digging in-- of the nail irritates the skin, often creating pain, redness, swelling, and warmth in the toe.” View full resource at footphysicians.com
Most Recently Shared on September 17, 2010 at 8:38 pm By:
Hai-En Peng, DPM Podiatrist and Doctor
#1 cause of ingrown toenails - improper trimming... http://fb.me/JMQPDJpW
