Field Notes From Our Foot & Ankle Clinic
The TMFA Journal · Vol. 1
Plain-English answers to the questions our patients actually ask — written by Dr. Valenti and Dr. Litherland. Browse by what's bothering you, or skim the index below.
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foot health & prevention
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Foot and Ankle Surgery: When It's the Right Choice and What to Expect
Foot and ankle surgery has come a long way. Learn when surgical treatment is the right choice, common procedures, and what recovery actually looks like.
Bunion Treatment Options: From Conservative Care to Lapiplasty® Surgery
Bunion treatment ranges from orthotics and footwear changes to advanced Lapiplasty surgery. Learn which approach fits your situation.
What Custom Orthotics Can Actually Accomplish (and What They Can't)
Custom orthotics are powerful, but they're not magic. Learn what they actually do, who benefits most, and how they differ from drugstore insoles.
Foot Wound Care: Reconstructive Options for Complex Wounds and Diabetic Ulcers
Complex foot wounds require specialized care. Learn about skin layers, wound healing, and the reconstructive ladder of treatment options for difficult wounds.