Neuropathic pain is a type of chronic pain that stems from nervous system damage or dysfunction. When a nerve fiber is damaged, it can send the wrong signals to your body’s pain centers. You can feel neuropathic pain at the site of the nerve damage, in surrounding areas, and often in other areas of your central nervous system.Your nerves transmit electrical signals from your body to your brain, and when they get damaged they can send near-constant pain signals even if you’re not injured. Neuropathic pain, or neuropathy, is often described as burning, tingling, stabbing, or shooting p ..read more

While there are many reasons for foot pain, if the pain is concentrated in the ball of the foot, then you could be dealing with an overuse injury known as metatarsalgia.  Metatarsal bones are the 5 bones found between the arch and your toes and they act as shock absorbers when the foot is in motion and when one or more of these bones are inflamed it causes pain.  It can be due to many underlying reasons and the general term for this is called metatarsalgia.    What are signs of metatarsalgia? Foot pain that is exacerbated with walking and standing. Foot ..read more

Tyreek Hill is another victim of a hip drop tackle suffering from a significant ankle injury. If you look closely to the video during his injury his left foot and knee is forward and as he gets tackled down, his ankle externally rotates which is a concern for high ankle sprain and medial deltoid sprain.   The high ankle ligaments (also called the syndesmosis) are located above the ankle, as opposed to the more commonly injured ligaments on the outside of the ankle. These high ankle ligaments connect the tibia to the fibula. It is important to have stability between the tibia and fibula a ..read more

Flatfoot is a condition common to children. In fact, many children start off life with flat feet or have flat feet well into childhood. That is  because infants and young children have incredibly flexible bones and joints, soft ligaments, which allow their feet to flatten when they stand. Some babies have an extra fat pad on the inner border of their feet, hiding their arches.  Most children outgrow the condition by age six. Even those who don’t outgrow the condition don’t always require treatment.   There are two main types of pediatric flatfoot: flexible and rigid.   Fle ..read more

New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers injured his left Achilles tendon in Monday night’s victory over the Buffalo Bills, an injury that ended his season. It was a sight no Jets fans wanted to see, and it happened within the first four minutes of their season opener. Here’s a closer look at the Achilles Tendon Rupture and what Rodgers’ injury could mean: What is your Achilles tendon? The Achilles tendon is a strong fibrous cord in the lower leg. It connects the muscles of your calf to your heel. It is the largest tendon in your body. It helps you walk, run, and jump. What is a ruptured Achill ..read more

Introduction: Golf is a sport enjoyed by millions around the world, offering a unique blend of skill, strategy, and physical exertion. While golf may not appear as physically demanding as some other sports, it still carries the risk of foot injuries. In this blog, we will explore common foot injuries that golfers may encounter on the course and provide insights into prevention strategies and recovery techniques to keep you swinging smoothly and pain-free. 1. Plantar Fasciitis: One of the most prevalent foot injuries in golf is plantar fasciitis. It occurs when the plantar fascia, a ligament c ..read more

Pitted keratolysis is a common foot condition characterized by the formation of small, shallow pits on the soles of the feet. While it may not be a serious medical condition, it can be bothersome and affect your daily activities. Pitted keratolysis primarily occurs due to the overgrowth of bacteria, specifically Corynebacterium species, in the moist and warm environment of the feet. This condition is more prevalent in individuals who sweat excessively, wear tight footwear, or have compromised immune systems. The bacteria break down the keratin protein found in the outer layer of the skin, lead ..read more

Pregnancy is a beautiful journey filled with many physical and emotional changes. While the focus is often on the growing belly, it’s important not to neglect your feet, as they too undergo significant changes. Hormonal fluctuations, weight gain, and postural adjustments can contribute to various foot problems during pregnancy. Below are some of the most common ailments seen during pregnancy and how to prevent/ treat them: 1. Swollen Feet and Ankles: Swelling is a common foot problem during pregnancy. It occurs due to increased blood volume and pressure on the veins, causing fluid retention in ..read more

Los Angeles Laker Mo Bamba, sidelined with ankle soreness since the first round against the Memphis Grizzlies makes his return tonight. He sustained a high ankle sprain back in March. His Lakers are down 3-0 and on the brink of elimination against the Denver Nuggets, is it right to have him return for such a low probability of advancing? High ankle sprains that involve damage to the syndesmosis (ligaments that connect the tibia and fibula) just above the ankle. High ankle sprains are less common, but they tend to be more severe in nature. Oftentimes they are classified based on their severity ..read more

As the weather continues to get nice, lawn care season is back. With that, the doctors at Brucato Foot and Ankle Surgery encourage you to protect their feet and the feet of those around them when using rotary-blade lawnmowers. Each year, some 25,000 Americans sustain injuries from power mowers, according to reports issued by the U.S. Consumer Products Safety Commission. The blades whirl at 3,000 revolutions per minute and produce three times the kinetic energy of a .357 handgun. Yet, each year we continue to see patients who have been hurt while operating a lawn mower barefoot. If a lawn mower ..read more