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Dr. Jonathan Hook
What Exactly is a Bunion?
Contrary to what most people think, a bunion is more than just a bump on the side of the big toe. The bump of a bunion is actually a visible sign of what’s going on inside the foot. It reflects changes taking place in the bony framework in the front of the foot. The big toe leans toward the second toe instead of pointing straight out. This throws the bones out of alignment and forms the characteristic bump....
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Dr. Jonathan Hook
Achilles Rupture Repair with
Mini-Open Approach
The optimal approach for treating acute Achilles tendon ruptures continues to be a subject of debate in the current foot and ankle literature. The traditional open approach for fixing an Achilles tendon ruptures typically involves a large 5 to 8 cm incision along back of the ankle over the rupture...
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Dr. Jonathan Hook
Common Foot Injuries Among Runners
Running has been called “the world’s most accessible sport” and that’s a good thing, because running is good for you. If you’re a runner or jogger, you’re probably already aware of the health and well-being benefits you get from your sport, but you may also experience aches and pains now and...
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