Avascular necrosis is the death of bone tissue due to a lack of blood supply. Also called osteonecrosis, it can lead to tiny breaks in the bone and the bone's eventual collapse. A broken bone or dislocated joint can interrupt the blood flow to a section of bone.Avascular necrosis is associated with long-term steroid use and drinking too much alcohol. It's most common in people between the ages of 30 and 60 and often affects the hip. However, in the foot and ankle it can occur in any of the bones, but the talus and the 2nd metatarsal are affected the most. Early stages may be symptom-free. Eventually, the affected joint may hurt when weight is put on it or when lying down. Treatment includes physical therapy, surgery, and medications.

Things at home to help with #plantarfasciitis : ●Rest – Give your foot a chance to heal by resting. But don't completely stop being active. Doing that can lead to more pain and stiffness in the long run. ●Ice your foot – Putting ice on your heel for 20 minutes up to 4 times a day might relieve pain. Icing and massaging your foot before exercise might also help. ●Do special foot exercises – Certain exercises can help with heel pain. Do the exercises in this photo. ●Take pain medicines – If your pain is severe, you can try taking pain medicines that you can get without a prescription. Examples include ibuprofen (sample brand names: Advil, Motrin) and naproxen (sample brand name: Aleve). But if you have other medical conditions or already take other medicines, ask your doctor or nurse before taking new pain medicines. ●Wear sturdy shoes – Sneakers with a lot of cushion and good arch and heel support are best. Shoes with rigid soles can also help. Adding padded or gel heel inserts to your shoes might help, too. Call Hosey & Murphy Foot & Ankle Centers to make an appointment if you continue to suffer from painful heels and arches! #podiatry #detroit #heelpain #EPF

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It is possible to walk normal again! If you have horrible ankle arthritis, make an appointment with our foot and ankle reconstructive surgeon, Dr. Angela Jacob. https://www.myankle.com/watch-patients-walk MYANKLE.COM Watch Patients Walk After an Ankle Replacement - Videos of Patients

Pediatric Flatfeet... is it a cause for alarm? Parents keep a close eye on their growing children, watching for proper development and being alert for any sign of a problem because small problems can have big implications. Pediatric flatfoot is a childhood condition that, if left untreated, can result in permanent deformity in adulthood. Flatfoot deformity makes mobility and exercise painful, increasing the risk of reduced cardiovascular health and obesity. "Parents never want their child to undergo a surgical procedure," says Mary Crawford, DPM, FACFAS, an Everett, Washington foot and ankle surgeon. "But uncorrected symptomatic flatfoot can lead to chronic pain and instability as the child ages into adulthood. Children will be on their feet for a long time to come. It's vital to keep those feet healthy. A foot and ankle surgeon can help parents understand the options—surgical and nonsurgical—for treating pediatric flatfoot." Not all children have symptoms, but others will complain of pain, tenderness or cramping in the foot, leg and knee. Parents may notice an outward tilting of the heel, awkwardness or clumsiness in walking and difficulty with shoes. Pediatric flatfoot makes participating in activities more difficult, so parents should take note if their child is unable to keep up with playmates, tires easily or voluntarily withdraws from physical activities. To diagnose a pediatric flatfoot, a foot and ankle surgeon examines the child's foot in weightbearing and nonweightbearing positions, both in and out of shoes. The physician also notes how the child walks and evaluates the foot's range of motion. In some cases, flat feet are associated with issues of the hip and knee, so the physician may examine those as well. For further detailed analysis, the physician may order imaging tests, such as an x-ray, CT scan, MRI or bone scan. Family history will be evaluated as well since the presence of flatfoot disorder in the family increases the possibility of flatfoot in the child. "There are different types of flatfoot deformities," notes Crawford. "Thorough testing helps us pinpoint the causes of the flatfoot disorder and develop an appropriate treatment plan." Pediatric flatfoot can be divided into two categories, flexible and rigid. Flexible flatfoot is characterized by a normal arch when nonweightbearing, or sitting, and disappearance of the arch when standing. There may or may not be symptoms. In the case of rigid flatfoot, however, the arch is stiff and flat when both sitting and standing. In most cases, children with rigid flatfoot display symptoms associated with the condition. In either case, flexible or rigid flatfoot, there are a variety of underlying reasons requiring different treatments. Babies often appear to have flat feet due to cramped positioning inside the womb, and the symptoms will abate with time. In other cases, the surgeon recommends stretching exercises or a soft brace for a short period. Children who do not exhibit symptoms typically do not require treatment but will be monitored and reevaluated periodically by the foot and ankle surgeon. For children who exhibit symptoms, the physician may recommend physical therapy, shoe modifications, anti-inflammatory medications, such as ibuprofen to reduce pain and inflammation, or an orthotic device. This device fits inside the shoe and supports the structure of the foot. In some cases, surgery is the best alternative. #flatfeet #pediatrics #footandankle #detroitpodiatry #peds #pedsflatfoot #anklesurgery #anklereconstruction #podiatry

Foot and ankle surgeons are the surgical specialists of the podiatric profession. All four of our fantastic podiatrists are excellent foot and ankle reconstructive surgeons. Learn more here: http://ow.ly/THaW50BDGp3 #ACFAS Foot Health Facts September 29 at 2:30 PM · Foot and ankle surgeons are the surgical specialists of the podiatric profession. Learn more about the people who bring you #FootHealthFacts content: http://ow.ly/THaW50BDGp3 #ACFAS

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Inflammation is the body’s normal protective response to an injury, irritation or surgery. Read more about it at #FootHealthFacts.org. http://ow.ly/lDdA50C07pA Foot Health Facts October 22 at 6:25 PM · Inflammation is the body’s normal protective response to an injury, irritation or surgery. Read more about it at #FootHealthFacts.org. http://ow.ly/lDdA50C07pA

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HOSEY & MURPHY FOOT & ANKLE CENTERS Receptionist Hosey & Murphy Foot & Ankle Centers posted a job. October 22 at 1:19 PM · We are hiring! Looking for hard-working enthusiastic applicants for part-time (hopefully transitioning to full-time) receptionist position AND full-time medical assistant position. Please look for our job posts on facebook to apply, or call 586-263-4411 and ask to speak with Karyn.

Hosey & Murphy Foot & Ankle Centers posted a job. October 22 at 1:19 PM · We are hiring! Looking for hard-working enthusiastic applicants for part-time (hopefully transitioning to full-time) receptionist position AND full-time medical assistant position. Please look for our job posts on facebook to apply, or call 586-263-4411 and ask to speak with Karyn.

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We are hiring! Looking for hard-working enthusiastic applicants for part-time (hopefully transitioning to full-time) receptionist position AND full-time medical assistant position. Please look for our job posts on facebook to apply, or call 586-263-4411 and ask to speak with Karyn. HOSEY & MURPHY FOOT & ANKLE CENTERS Receptionist

Our physicians specialize in foot and ankle problems with pediatric patients. Flatfeet are something that should never be ignored, especially if they are causing problems. https://www.foothealthfacts.org/video/children-and-flatfoot FOOTHEALTHFACTS.ORG Children and Flatfoot - Foot Health Facts

Did you know the Achilles tendon is the largest tendon in your body! This makes it even more important! If you have pain to the back of the ankle, make an appointment today to have it checked out. If our physicians are worried about the tendon, they may even perform a musculoskeletal ultrasound in the office the same day! Call today to make an appointment! Walk-ins and same day appointments welcome! HOSEYPODIATRY.COM Achilles Tendon

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Heel pain is NOT something you have to live with! Call today to schedule your appointment to be treated! 586-263-4411

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This photo shows the typical incisions for a bunion surgery. Both Doctors Jacob and Patterson offer #minimallyinvasive surgery for bunions on the right patients! Call and make an appointment to see if minimally invasive surgery (MIS) is a good option for you!

To provide the best treatment options for our patients, we’re always looking for the latest and greatest technologies. This is why we now offer the new 3D-printed INFINITY™ with ADAPTIS™ Technology for end-stage ankle arthritis. Schedule a consultation today with Dr. Jacob by calling 586-263-4411. Click here to see the full video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RKN-Ap6kNhQ

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Good news! Patients may start to get vaccines at the Troy campus soon! BEAUMONT.ORG Beaumont opening two new vaccine clinics, expanding COVID-19 assistance call center

Click on the link below for more information regarding the COVID vaccine at Beaumont for patients over 65 years old. https://www.beaumont.org/coronavirus/vaccine-program #covid #detroit #beaumont Beaumont Health