LA Lakers star basketball player Kobe Bryant, at 33 years old, is playing his best basketball in a long time since having a Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) injection in his knee. He also had a PRP injection in his shoulder, and he recently informed New York Yankees star baseball player Alex Rodriguez about his procedure…. Read more »

Bruising can be a common occurrence in those who take blood thinners for any reason. Even a minor bump can cause damage to the smaller blood vessels, which causes the bruising. Small bruises are often harmless, and will disappear over time on their own. Large bruises should be evaluated, because if enough blood settles in… Read more »

When it’s used properly, ice can be a great anti-inflammatory for an area that’s swollen or painful, such as a sprained ankle. When it’s used properly, ice can be a great anti-inflammatory for an area that’s swollen or painful, such as a sprained ankle. Ice should be applied to the area through a thin cloth… Read more »

Falls are far too common, particularly in older patients, and can result in serious injuries. Having a proper evaluation from a foot and ankle specialist is an important part of fall prevention. Here are some alarming facts that display the importance of these evaluations: -30% of people over the age of 65 fall each year… Read more »

Swelling in your feet may not seem like a big deal, but it can say a lot about your overall health. Edema, or swelling, in the feet and legs can be a sign of poor heart function. It can also be related to poor kidney function. Both conditions can prove quite serious and even life-threatening…. Read more »