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Feb 22, 2025

Potential Complications of Corticosteroid Injections for Plantar Fasciitis

by Dr. Walter I. Sussman Corticosteroid injections for plantar fasciitis are associated with a number of potential complications, including plantar fascia rupture, fat pad atrophy, infection, and nerve damage. Learn

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Feb 22, 2025

Plantar Fascia 101: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options

by Dr. Walter I. Sussman Plantar fasciitis is a common foot condition caused by inflammation of the plantar fascia, often due to overuse, improper footwear, or foot mechanics issues. Symptoms include sharp heel pain,

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Feb 22, 2025

Journal Watch: Comparative Outcomes of Autologous Conditioned Plasma (ACP), Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (ESWT), and Conventional Treatment for Plantar Fasciitis

by Dr. Walter I. Sussman A recent study compares autologous conditioned plasma (ACP) injections, extracorporeal shockwave therapy (ESWT), and conventional treatment. Findings reveal ACP excels in long-term healing,

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Feb 22, 2025

Journal Watch: Patient Selection and Outcomes of Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (ESWT) vs. Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) for Chronic Plantar Fasciitis

by Dr. Walter I. Sussman What is the best non-surgical treatment for chronic plantar fasciitis? A recent study compares extracorporeal shockwave therapy (ESWT) and platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections, analyzing their

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Feb 16, 2025

Plantar Fasciitis vs. Heel Spurs: How to Tell the Difference and What to Do

by Dr. Walter I. Sussman Struggling with heel pain? Learn the key differences between plantar fasciitis and heel spurs, including causes, symptoms, and the best treatments. Discover expert-backed relief methods,

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Feb 03, 2025

Journal Watch: The Sonex Technique for Bilateral vs. Unilateral Carpal Tunnel Release: Efficiency and Outcomes

by Dr. Walter I. Sussman Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is a prevalent condition requiring surgical intervention when conservative treatments fail. The Sonex technique is a minimally invasive ultrasound-guided carpal

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Jan 05, 2025

Journal Watch: Ultrasound Guided Fasciotomy - A Breakthrough in Treating Chronic Plantar Fasciopathy

by Dr. Walter I. Sussman Chronic plantar fasciopathy, a condition marked by persistent heel pain, affects a significant portion of the population, especially individuals in their 5th and 6th decades of life.

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Dec 14, 2024

Tenex and Tenotomy for Gluteal "Bursitis": What's the Evidence?

by Dr. Walter I. Sussman Contrary to the common misconception that symptoms of lateral hip pain are due to underlying "bursitis," the most common cause of lateral hip pain is gluteal tendinopathy due to tendon

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