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Foot & Ankle Specialty Blog

Blog Articles about Foot & Ankle Issues, Treatments and Management from Sweeney Foot & Ankle, The Woodlands and Magnolia, Texas

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Understanding Bunions: A Patient's Guide to Foot Health

Bunions, while often associated with discomfort and changes in foot appearance, can be a manageable condition with the right knowledge and care. A bunion is a bony bump that forms at the joint at the base of the big toe. It occurs when the ...

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Understanding Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome

Tarsal tunnel syndrome (TTS) is a relatively rare but significant disorder that can cause discomfort and pain in the foot and ankle, includi...
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Stepping Toward Recovery: Your Guide to Foot Surgery Rehabilitation

The success of your foot surgery relies primarily on the skill of your surgeon, the reason for the surgery, your overall health - and what y...
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Bunion Surgery: Is It Worth It?

Bunions are caused by abnormal bones in the front of the foot that move out of place resulting in your big toe leaning towards the smaller t...

Cast vs. Boot

Broken or fractured bones in the lower leg aren’t all treated the same. Sometimes a cast is used, other times a boot is the preferred method...
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Post-Foot-Surgery Tips

Post-surgical success requires that the patient play a significant role in the healing process. Different things affect healing from foot su...
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5 Tips for Post Bunion Surgery Recovery

Bunions can often be treated conservatively through the use of orthotics, shoe modifications or padding efforts. However, when a bunion defo...
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Pros and Cons of Bunion Surgery

Also known as Hallux Valgus, a bunion is a foot condition that occurs when the big toe bends toward and pushes the smaller ones. It causes t...