The following is a segment of an Ask Allison broadcast by WTTG, Fox 5, featuring our own Dr Matthew M. Buchanan. This information is surprisingly informative regarding the wearing of high heels.
News Archive for: November 2011
Flex Spending – Use It or Lose It Ends Dec 31, 2010
December 1, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Some patients are able to access an employee plan called a Flexible Spending Account (or FSA) for pre-tax funds to use for medically necessary items such as shoes or orthotics. Customarily, if these funds are not used by the end of the year, they are forfeited. This is a friendly reminder that if you have … [Read More]
IOM Report: Most North Americans Receive Enough Calcium, Vitamin D
December 1, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Most North Americans receive enough calcium and vitamin D, according to a report containing updated dietary reference intakes (DRIs) that was released today by the Institute of Medicine. Catharine Ross, PhD, from Pennsylvania State University, in State College, chaired a committee of 14 experts appointed by the Institute of Medicine to assess current data of … [Read More]
The 6th Annual Merrifield Fall Festival
October 26, 2010 By Leave a Comment
The staff of Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Center had a great time at the 6th Annual Merrifield Fall Festival on October 16, 2010. With our big move set for November 2nd, it was a wonderful opportunity to reach out to our new community. We couldn’t have done it without Josie, who did a marvelous job … [Read More]
If The Shoe Hurts, There May Be A Remedy
October 25, 2010 By Leave a Comment
by Patti Neighmond , NPR.org October 18, 2010 (NPR.org) – Robin Powers, 53, hauls a bag of shoes into her appointment with podiatrist Emily Cook at Boston’s Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center. Powers, who works in the fashion industry, has been suffering from foot pain. Probably in the past five years, I’ve noticed a real … [Read More]
Experimental Therapy For Sore Heels Has Skeptics
October 22, 2010 By Leave a Comment
by Richard Knox , NPR.org October 18, 2010 (NPR.org) – Dressed in street clothes, Tara Cassidy Driscoll lies face-down on an examining table at the Massachusetts General Hospital. Orthopedic surgeon George Theodore is about to blast her foot with powerful shock waves generated by sound. After numbing her foot with Novocain, Theodore turns on an … [Read More]
Patients & Doctors Will Appear on Dr. Libby’s World of Medicine – Wednesday October 20th
October 19, 2010 By Leave a Comment
It’s not just our doctors that are making news! Watch Wednesday October 20th at 6 pm as patients of the Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Center join our doctors to share their stories on Dr. Libby’s World of Medicine on Fairfax Access Channel 10. There is no greater satisfaction for our medical staff than seeing the … [Read More]
UPDATE: Office Re-Location Moved to Nov. 2, 2010
October 7, 2010 By 1 Comment
In preparation for our big move, we will be modifying our clinic hours and closing our current location on Thursday, October 28th at Noon. We will now re-open on Tuesday, November 2nd in our BRAND-NEW location! Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Center 2922 Telestar Court Falls Church, VA 22042 Tel: 703.769.8420 (office phone remains unchanged) We … [Read More]
9 News Now: Using Nintendo Wii For Physical Therapy
October 7, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Watch our physical therapists show WUSA 9 how fun and beneficial our innovative “Wii-hab” techniques are!
Office Re-Location Nov. 1, 2010
August 31, 2010 By 1 Comment
UPDATE: Office Re-Location Moved to Nov. 2, 2010 Board-certified orthopaedic foot and ankle surgeons, Drs. Steven K Neufeld and Matthew Buchanan and podiatrist, Dr. Evetta Borden annouce with great joy and excitement our office relocation to a new state-of-the-art, eco-friendly 10,000 s.f. facility effective Monday, November 1, 2010*: Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Center 2922 Telestar … [Read More]
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High Heels 101
The following is a segment of an Ask Allison broadcast by WTTG, Fox 5, featuring our own Dr Matthew M. Buchanan. This information is surprisingly informative regarding the wearing of high heels.
Giving Thanks 5K
The Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Center has decided to sponsoring the Giving Thanks 5K Marathon in Vienna Virginia to benefit the Wounded Warrior project and the Intrepid Fallen Heroes Fund. The marathon is November 24th, 2011 and will start at 8:05am at Centennial Park in Vienna. Registration fees: $20.00 by November 20 $40.00 by November … [Read More]
Hammertoes, Crooked Toes Are Serious and Often Need Correction
For some, shoe shopping is a delightful pursuit, for others – those with a seriously crooked toe – wearing fashionable shoes becomes a nightmare as toes rub against enclosed shoes. Sufferers are often found wearing flip-flops long after the last glimmer of summer has faded, some even into the dead of winter. Hammertoe correction may … [Read More]
Treating Foot and Ankle Arthritis
While there are over 100 types of arthritis, the one that most commonly affects the foot and ankle is osteoarthritis (“osteo” means bone). Osteoarthritis develops as a result of aging and is known as “wear-and-tear” arthritis. As we age the thin covering (cartilage) on the ends of our bones can become worn and frayed. This … [Read More]
Foot Pain: If the Shoe Fits…If Not, Orthotics May Help
It is estimated that 75% of Americans will experience some type of foot problems during their lives. Many mistakenly believe that foot problems, discomfort and pain are a normal part of life and that seeking relief or treatment is a waste of both time and money – not to mention a risky fashion proposition. The … [Read More]
