Gout most commonly occurs in the big toe joint and is a type of metabolic and arthritic disorder in which there are elevated uric acid crystals within the joint. Uric acid is a byproduct of purines that are a part of many foods we eat, which explains why diet plays an important role in gout […]
Month: October 2017
Pain in the Back of the Heel or Ankle
Insertional Achilles tendinosis is when micro trauma or tears occur on the Achilles tendon from repetitive overload stress. Over time this can also lead to Achilles tendon inflammation especially where it inserts into the heel bone called the calcaneus. This is an acute or chronic condition that is associated with pain and swelling at the […]