Athlete’s Foot: The Fungus Among Us Athlete’s foot, medically known as tinea pedis, represents one of the most common superficial fungal infections encountered in orthopedic practice. Despite its seemingly benign nature, this dermatophyte infection poses significant clinical challenges due to its high prevalence, potential for secondary complications, and impact on patient mobility and quality of […]
Nail Fungus: Fighting the Foot Fungus in Orthopedic Practice Nail fungus, medically termed onychomycosis, represents a pervasive and often underestimated challenge within orthopedic and podiatric care. Characterized by fungal infection of the nail plate and surrounding structures, it affects an estimated 10% of the general population, with prevalence increasing in older adults and immunocompromised patients. […]
Flat Feet in Children: When to Worry, When to Watch Flat feet, or pes planus, represent a common pediatric orthopedic concern characterized by the collapse or absence of the medial longitudinal arch. While often benign and self-limiting, flat feet in children can occasionally signal underlying pathology or predispose to functional impairment. Distinguishing between physiological flat […]
Toenail Troubles: Keeping Your Nails Healthy and Strong Toenail health is a critical yet often overlooked component of lower extremity care within orthopedic practice. Toenail disorders, ranging from onychomycosis and ingrown nails to traumatic deformities, can significantly impact patient mobility, comfort, and overall quality of life. For orthopedic surgeons, fellows, and residents, understanding the pathophysiology, […]
Ankle Sprains: A Step-by-Step Recovery Guide Ankle sprains represent one of the most common musculoskeletal injuries encountered in orthopedic practice, accounting for a significant proportion of emergency department visits and outpatient consultations. The complexity of ankle sprains lies not only in their high incidence but also in the variability of injury severity, potential for chronic […]
Flip-Flops: Friend or Foe of Foot Health? Flip-flops, a ubiquitous form of casual footwear, have long been a subject of debate within orthopedic circles regarding their impact on foot health. Their popularity, especially in warm climates and during summer months, contrasts sharply with concerns about their biomechanical effects and potential to exacerbate or cause foot […]
Spring into Foot Health: Refresh Your Foot Care Routine The transition into spring presents an opportune moment for orthopedic surgeons and clinicians to emphasize the importance of foot health in their practice. “Spring into Foot Health: Refresh Your Foot Care Routine” is a timely initiative that underscores the need for renewed attention to foot care, […]
Last Updated on January 25, 2026 by Christian Veillette
