Archive for December, 2010
Congratulations to our iPad Winner
Posted by drchrismilkie in Events & Charity on December 29, 2010
Congratulations to the winner of our 4th quarter referral contest: Linda Holzbauer. Linda’s name was randomly drawn by a patient in our office on Thursday. Congratulations Linda, enjoy your new toy! And a huge thank you to all the patients who entered the contest by referring a friend or family member to see me. It means more to me than you know.
Pain in the Ball of the Foot
Posted by drchrismilkie in Foot Pain on December 22, 2010
One of the most common locations of foot pain is the ball. By the ball, I am referring to the entire pad before each toe, not just under the big toe. This area is subjected to tremendous pressure every step we take. It’s a wonder it holds up so well in spite of the abuse it takes.
Outside of an injury, the two most common conditions that affect the ball of the foot are a pinched nerve and an inflamed joint. The most common location of a pinched nerve is between the 3rd and 4th toes. The symptoms consist of aching, sharpness, burning or numbness. There are several causes of a pinched nerve including narrow shoes.
An inflamed joint on the ball of the foot is extremely common. Any joint can be affected, but the one next to the big toe is overwhelmingly the most common. Many people describe this pain as a feeling of something bunched up like their sock. A person with flat feet is most prone to this condition. Flat feet mechanically forces more weight on this joint.
Some of the other common causes of pain in the ball of the foot are wearing shoes with little cushion, extremely high arches, standing on concrete all day and wearing away of the protective foot pad. The symptoms are generally all similar including aching, throbbing, burning, sharpness and numbness.
Most conditions in the ball of the foot can be successfully treated in the office. Like many other foot problems, if left untreated, the body will compensate leading to pain elsewhere. If you experience pain in the ball of your foot, start by wearing quality, supportive shoes consistently. If the pain persists, then call my office and tell Kara you need to see me.
You’re a Perfect 10 if you…
Posted by drchrismilkie in General on December 14, 2010
You’re A Perfect 10 If You…..
1. Walk 10,000 steps a day or take three 10-minute walks.
2. Count to 10 before you say or do anything in anger.
3. Eat the top 10 antioxidant foods (artichokes, blackberries, beans, plums, apples, cranberries, pecans, raspberries and blueberries).
4. Talk to each of your children one-on-one for 10 minutes every day.
5. Automatically save 10% of each paycheck and pay an extra $10 on your monthly credit card bills.
6. Volunteer 10 hours a month to community service or charity.
7. Take 10 for yourself each day. Meditate, stretch, do a hobby, enjoy alone time.
8. Focus on the 10 most important things that you need to get done.
9. Develop a 10-year financial plan.
10. Write down the 10 people or things for which you are most thankful. Keep the list handy and refer to it often.