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
athlete & Active health
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Gout vs. Bunions: How to Tell the Difference (and Why It Matters)
Both gout and bunions cause big toe pain, but they're different conditions with different treatments. Learn how to tell them apart from Colorado podiatrists.
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.
Bunion Causes and Symptoms: Why They Form and How to Recognize Them
Bunions develop slowly over years. Learn the causes, recognize the early symptoms, and understand when professional evaluation makes a difference.