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Wearing the Wrong Shoes Can Cause These Common Foot Problems
Wearing the Wrong Shoes Can Cause These Common Foot Problems

Wearing ill-fitting shoes may cause or contribute to some of the most common foot problems.

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Dr. JP EltonSeptember 7, 2018
Hammertoe! What Causes it and How to Avoid it.
Hammertoe! What Causes it and How to Avoid it.

The more severe it becomes, the more problems you'll be dealing with. At some point, you may even have to have it surgically repaired.

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Dr. JP EltonJuly 27, 2018Foot
How Long Does a Sprained Ankle Take To Heal?
How Long Does a Sprained Ankle Take To Heal?

How long does a sprained ankle take to heal? The level of severity of your sprained ankle will determine your recovery time.

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Ankle InjuriesDr. JP EltonJune 18, 2018Ankle Sprains
"Plantar Fac?" It's Actually Plantar Fasciitis, and here's what it is.
"Plantar Fac?" It's Actually Plantar Fasciitis, and here's what it is.

If you are looking for info on "plantar fac", this article will help you by answering common questions about the condition we call plantar fasciitis.

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Team EltonJune 6, 2018
Dr. Elton's Ultimate Guide to Bunions
Dr. Elton's Ultimate Guide to Bunions

A bunion is a "bony bump at the base of the big toe". Bunions can be painful and downright bothersome. They can hamper your ability to enjoy your favorite activities in a big way.

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Foot ConditionsDr. JP EltonMay 9, 2018Vail Summit OrthopedicsBunions
InfoGraphic: How To Ease Bunion Pain
InfoGraphic: How To Ease Bunion Pain

Last time we talked about how to ease bunion pain. Here's an infographic for you to share on the topic.

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Dr. JP EltonFebruary 23, 2018
5 Ways To Ease Bunion Pain
5 Ways To Ease Bunion Pain

A bunion is a "bony bump at the base of the big toe". Bunions can be painful and downright bothersome. They can hamper your ability to enjoy your favorite activities.

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Foot ConditionsDr. JP EltonFebruary 9, 2018Bunions, Foot
4 Techniques to Avoid  Knee Pain from Running
4 Techniques to Avoid Knee Pain from Running

Running often takes the blame for knee pain. But it may not be running itself that is causing knee and ankle pain. It may be the way you are running.

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Sports MedicineDr. JP EltonJanuary 3, 2018
Achilles Tendon Pain, Ruptures, and Tendonitis
Achilles Tendon Pain, Ruptures, and Tendonitis

The myth of Achilles the Greek warrior sheds light on the true nature of the achilles tendon. Many great athletes have fallen due to injuries to this part of the body.

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Achilles TendonDr. JP EltonNovember 7, 2017Vail Summit OthopaedicsAchilles Strain, Achilles Tendonitis, Achilles Ruptures
The Three Grades of Ankle Sprains (Info-Graphic)
The Three Grades of Ankle Sprains (Info-Graphic)

If you're an athlete and you've sustained an ankle sprain, this infographic will help you estimate your recovery time.

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Ankle InjuriesDr. JP EltonSeptember 18, 2017Ankle Sprains, Recovery Time
What is the Cartiva Implant?
What is the Cartiva Implant?

Today we're going to focus on The Cartiva Synthetic Cartilage Implant, a synthetic implant which combines a soft, plastic-like substance with saline to create a durable implant to replace damaged cartilage in an injured big toe.

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Education, Sports MedicineTeam EltonJuly 28, 2017Vail/Summit OrthopedicsToe
5 Easy Tips To Protect Your Feet While Hiking
5 Easy Tips To Protect Your Feet While Hiking

While injuries to the knees and ankles are certainly something we see quite a bit in hikers, the feet are most often the site of minor, annoying problems that will cause your hike to be infinitely less enjoyable.

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Foot Injuries, Sports MedicineDr. JP EltonJune 27, 2017Hiking
4 Reasons to Visit Vail For Your Ankle or Foot Surgery
4 Reasons to Visit Vail For Your Ankle or Foot Surgery

It stands to reason that if you have a choice to base your foot and ankle surgery and recovery in a place like Vail, you should do it! Here are 4 reasons why we recommend Vail for anybody who needs to have surgery and/or rehab on their feet and ankles.

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RecoveryTeam EltonMay 23, 2017Vail
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