Austin Foot & Ankle Injury Blog

The Austin Foot & Ankle injury blog contains the most up-to-date information regarding injuries, treatment, and recovery in Austin, Texas. Articles cover information regarding injuries from sports, running, car accidents, and everyday activities.
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Sports Injury

2/22/2012

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Dwayne Wade – RICE at its best

Rest, Ice, Compression, & Elevation - RICE can be a great initial injury treatment. Dwayne Wade's return after a long R, shows great performance

10/18/2011
Jacob Panici
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Plantar fasciitis, turf toe, & TE Antonio Gates

San Diego Charger's tight end Antonia Gates has had a great many years in the NFL, but plantar fascia and toe injuries may make it hard to continue this streak.

9/30/2011
Dr. Craig H. Thomajan
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Shoes for Your Sport – Cycling

Each sports puts different demands on your feet. If you are into cycling, make sure you are wearing the appropriate shoes!

7/25/2011
Dr. Craig H. Thomajan
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The Hot and Cold about Contrast Baths

Contrast baths are used as staple in our sports medicine practice to allow our patients to recover and rehab much faster, learn more at austinfootandankle.com

6/2/2011
Dr. Craig H. Thomajan
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Tiger Woods - Achilles Tendon Injuries

Tiger Woods has dropped out of several tournament due to achilles tendon issues. Professional golfers aren't the only ones affected by this.

4/25/2011
Dr. Craig H. Thomajan
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Heel Pain – Avoiding Plantar Fasciitis

If you or a loved one is suffering from Heel pain or plantar fasciits, make an appointment to learn how to free yourself of this often chronic condition.

3/28/2011
Dr. Craig Thomajan
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March Madness® – Ankle Issues on the Hardwood

The Final Four® was set yesterday between matches in San Antonio and Newark, NJ. Whose bracket could have predicted all of the upset wins this year?

12/28/2010
Dr. Craig Thomajan
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Ektio’s New Shoe – Preventing Ankle Sprains

The claim is that their basketball shoes are the ‘first physician-designed athletic shoes that provide rock solid ankle support without inhibiting mobility.'

11/24/2010
Dr. Craig Thomajan
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Week 11 Injury Report – Colt McCoy

We have talked about ankle injuries, especially in the NFL, several times before. The collection of ligaments that keep your ankle in place are prone to injury.

11/8/2010
Dr. Craig Thomajan
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Diabetes awareness – NFL players

With a growing incidence of diabetes in a growing population, not even athletes, a physically fit population, are immune to acquiring this problem.

10/28/2010
Dr. Craig Thomajan
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Brett Favre – A warning on ankle injuries

We are halfway to the NFL's Week 8 and there are a number of high profile quarterback's whose seasons have become questionable.

10/25/2010
Dr. Craig Thomajan
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Houston Rocket’s Yao Ming - Basketball players and foot injuries

So, why are basketball players, especially the tallest ones, so susceptible to injury?

10/20/2010
Dr. Craig Thomajan
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Serena is out for the year – The Importance of Post Operative Care

By attempting to return to tennis too quickly, she has lengthened her recovery time and possibly set the stage for further injury.

9/13/2010
Dr. Craig H. Thomajan
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Barefoot Running Part 3

There is so much media attention paid to the ‘barefoot running trend' that it seems necessary we visit this topic once more as the summer comes to an end.

8/22/2010
Dr. Craig Thomajan
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Serena Williams withdraws from US Open due to foot

Returning to any activity before allowing proper time for healing will only increase the risk or re-injuring, cause more extensive damage, or ...

7/19/2010
Dr. Craig Thomajan
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Knowing is half the battle…….

We do our very best to educate you about proper foot care and ways to avoid injury.We hope that information provided in the books by Dr. Thomajan will help you.

7/9/2010
Dr. Craig Thomajan
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World Cup Soccer

Soccer is one of very few sports that require minimal equipment. Anyone who plays needs to make sure that good shoes, in addition to the ball, are part of that.

6/14/2010
Dr. Craig Thomajan
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Avoiding blisters, keeping your feet happy

Blisters on your feet are a common injury, especially for the athlete. A foot blister results when frictional forces cause layers of your skin to separate.

4/26/2010
Dr. Craig Thomajan
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Cycling for Fitness…..And Your Feet!!

Cycling is a great way to get some cardiovascular exercise & stay fit !Riding a bicycle is an especially good choice for individuals with knee or feet problems.

4/7/2010
Dr. Craig Thomajan
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Spring time in Austin

Anytime there is a change in your activity level, your muscles, bones, and tendons are at increased risk for injury. A few simple stretching or strengthening..

3/2/2010
Dr. Craig Thomajan
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Barefoot running and the options

Nike Free® & Vibram Five Fingers® attempt to blend the support & protection of traditional foot wear with the flexibility/feeling/sensing of barefoot running.

2/16/2010
Dr. Craig Thomajan
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Magic Shoes

A good running shoe or tennis shoe should have a good rubber sole, for traction, with extra stability in the center to support the middle, or arch, of your foot

2/8/2010
Dr. Craig Thomajan
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Nude Running

A good pair of running shoes provides proper protection and padding to allow for safe running. Good shoes are designed to complement your foot and ankle.

1/26/2010
Dr. Craig Thomajan
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Snowboarding Superstar

While the knees and ankles are of prime concern in skiing, snowboarding is easier on the knees but still problematic for the ankle.

1/18/2010
Dr. Craig Thomajan
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Skiing: Fun, Feet, & as Few injuries as possible

A custom orthotic may be the ‘proper equipment' for daily life. A visit to Dr. Thomajan at Austin Foot and Ankle Specialists will identify your foot type.



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