Doctor’s Soapbox: Don’t Rely on the Internet to Fix Your Running Injuries

The smartphone has not only irreparably altered our social interactions but also how we view and access healthcare. Dr. Google is instantly available to anyone at any time to diagnose and offer treatment advice for every ache and pain. Our frenetic schedules along with high patient co-pays and astronomic insurance deductibles encourage many to seek cheaper self-help options via the internet– although it can be a valuable resource, it is important to understand what you can treat yourself and what requires a visit to your doctor. A doctor who regularly sees athletes has the experience and first-hand knowledge to diagnose… Continue Reading

Diabetes: We Check Your Feet Like No One Else!

Diabetes Mellitus (Type 1 and Type 2) is a common condition that afflicts many Americans and is being diagnosed more each year! We see many patients who have very subtle symptoms which can be attributed back to early onset and detection of diabetes. Many patients say, “I have a sock balled up feeling under my foot” or “I have severe burning” or “I have tingling in my toes” or “The pain keeps me up at night”.  We have learned that these early symptoms or changes are often not being picked up at our patient’s primary physician annual physical. The American… Continue Reading