My Blog - Skokie, IL Foot Doctor

Kobe Bryant's injury
posted: May 05, 2013.

Kobe Bryant suffered a season-ending Achilles tendon rupture last month. While there is no surefire prevention against this dreadful injury, eccentric strengthening is one of the keys. Bodybuilders refer to Read more
Beat the Bunion Blues
posted: Apr. 11, 2013.

A bunion is a “bump” on the side of your foot, at the base of the big toe. It forms when the bone or tissue at the joint moves out Read more
March - good and bad
posted: Mar. 12, 2013.

March is typically the month when runners in colder climates (like ours) begin training outdoors. This can bring about another famous “March” – the dreaded march fracture. Historically, a metatarsal Read more
P.A.D.
posted: Feb. 03, 2013.

“I, Barack Obama, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim February 2013 as American Heart Month.” I would like to add a “footnote” (pun intended). Everyone knows the seriousness Read more
Intriguing facts from 2012
posted: Jan. 01, 2013.

Intriguing facts from 2012: â– Laughter enhances a person’s intake of air and increases endorphins released by the brain. â– A third of new prescriptions never get filled. â– Skin cancer increased eightfold Read more
Quinine for muscle cramps
posted: Dec. 02, 2012.

Three months ago I wrote about muscle cramps / Charley Horse. This prompted the question: is quinine a good remedy? For centuries the bark of cinchona plants (large shrubs or small Read more
Sweaty Feet?
posted: Nov. 05, 2012.

Excessive sweating isn't just a summer issue. Perspiration is a year-round fact of life, and for some people it can be a real problem, especially with winter boots. Here are Read more
Hands-on Podiatry
posted: Oct. 26, 2012.

I was asked to offer a second opinion for a teenage girl who suffered a sports injury weeks ago. She came with an MRI report reporting a bone contusion with Read more
Charley Horse (or Charlie Horse)
posted: Sep. 14, 2012.

Good News: It usually only lasts a few minutes. Bad News: It can be intense. These cramps usually start suddenly and without warning. Common causes include muscle stress, vitamin deficiency, or medication side-effect. What should you do? Stretch, massage and muscle exercises. (Handouts available Read more
What is that bump?
posted: Aug. 03, 2012.

A young woman recently came in with a pain on the top of her foot. She was told by another physician that she had a painful bone spur, and he Read more
Running free
posted: Jul. 08, 2012.

“What do you think about Vibram FiveFingers?” has become a common question. The same is asked about “Nike Free”. These are part of a growing trend of minimalist shoes. Chris McDougall’s Read more
Ankle sprains
posted: Jun. 24, 2012.

Now that we are in the heart of summer, injuries are piling up. Most prevalent so far are ankle sprains. This occurs when the ligaments supporting the ankle joint are Read more
Bar-B-Q advice
posted: May 18, 2012.

Summer is synonymous with warm weather and outdoor parties. When you get together with for a picnic or barbeque, remember to drink plenty of fluids. Staying hydrated helps prevent gout. For Read more
Tying your shoes
posted: Feb. 14, 2012.

As medical students, we spent many hours learning various techniques to tie suture knots (stitches). I pass these skills on to the medical residents that assist me. Thus, this video Read more
Shoes for kids
posted: Jan. 23, 2012.

Which shoes are good for my child? Shoes protect children’s feet, but if fit incorrectly, they can do more harm than good. A few simple guidelines can help you get the Read more

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