by Dr. Delvadia, DPM | Apr 6, 2021 |
What is an Achilles Tendon Rupture? Achilles (uh-KILL-eez) tendon rupture is an injury that affects the back of your lower leg. It usual occurs in people playing in recreational sports, but it may happen to anyone. The Achilles tendon is a strong fibrous cord that...
by Dr. Delvadia, DPM | Apr 5, 2021 |
What is a Avulsion Fracture? An avulsion fracture is where a fragment of bone is pulled away at the ligamentous or tendinous attachment. It can be caused by traumatic traction (repetitive long-term or a single high impact traumatic traction) of the ligament or tendon....
by Dr. Delvadia, DPM | Mar 22, 2021 |
What Is A Hammer Toe? A hammertoe, or claw toe, describes a condition where the toe(s) become buckled, contracted, or crooked. The toe could even cross over an adjacent toe, which is called a cross over toe. Any of the toes may be affected, but the second and Fifth...
by Dr. Delvadia, DPM | Aug 27, 2020 |
What is a Medicated Pedicure? A Medicated Pedicure is the perfect way to relax and treat your feet to much-needed care and attention. It can complement medical treatments of foot ailments by preventing foot disorders and can be a helpful support in healing. It’s...
by Dr. Delvadia, DPM | Aug 27, 2020 |
What is a Deep Pedicure? A Deep Pedicure is the perfect way to relax and treat your feet to much-needed care and attention. It can complement medical treatments of foot ailments by preventing foot disorders and can be a helpful support in healing. It’s the...
by Dr. Delvadia, DPM | Aug 27, 2020 |
What Is a Plantar Plate Injury? A plantar plate injury refers to damage to the strong supporting ligament of a toe, located on ball of foot. The plantar plate is not an ordinary ligament as it’s a thick structure that provides significant stability to the...
