Polly Tindol

Resolving Feet Dilemmas

Entries from 2017-07-01 to 1 month

A Way To Diagnose Fallen Arches

OverviewFallen arches or flat feet is a condition in which the arch or instep of the foot collapses and comes in contact with the ground. In some individuals, this arch never develops while they are growing. Flat feet (also called pes plan…

How Commonplace Is Leg Length Discrepancy After Hip Replacement

OverviewSurgical treatments vary in complexity. Sometimes the goal of surgery is to stop the growth of the longer limb. Other times, surgeons work to lengthen the shorter limb. Orthopedic surgeons may treat children who have limb-length co…