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How do stress risers affect bone healing and fractures? The image to the right is one of those moments where my wife just shakes her head. We were driving through northern New Mexico when I pulled over to the side...

When is surgery indicated in 5th metatarsal fractures? It's been a busy week for metatarsal fractures. I’ve seen three 5th metatarsal fractures this week. One was a fracture that required open reduction with internal fixation (surgery). One was treated with...

The forefoot is designed to work as a unit. With each step, the multiple bones of the forefoot are intended to distribute load bearing in an equal distribution. In theory, each metatarsal head should carry an equal amount of load. A metatarsal transfer lesion occurs when one metatarsal head carries more than its fair share of load.

What's the best way to treat a metatarsal stress fracture? This article explores the use of a forefoot compression sleeve and walking cast.

Podiatrists discuss a transfer lesion as a complication of bunion surgery. What is a transfer lesion and how is it treated? This article explores the concept of transfer lesions and treatment options.

How does a carbon fiber spring plate help heal metatarsal stress fractures? This article discusses use of spring plates in the treatment of these fractures.

The metatarsal bones are the long bones that extend from the mid-arch to the ball of the foot. Ideally, the five metatarsal bones share load applied to the forefoot. In cases where one metatarsal bone carries increased load, the bone fails to successfully carry that load and undergoes a stress reaction. This stress reaction results in a small crack in the metatarsal bone.

Compression of the midfoot and forefoot is an integral part of treating both acute and chronic problems of the foot. Indications for midfoot and forefoot compression include midfoot arthritis, non-displaced midfoot fractures or resolved Charcot joints. Indication for compression of the forefoot include management of swelling or metatarsal fractures. Which device is best for your needs? Let's take a look at each of the compression devices we provide on Myfootshop.com.

In January, I wrote a series of six blog posts regarding carbon fiber orthotics, detailing the uses and applications for each of our carbon fiber inserts. In our staff meeting this week, my boss, business partner and wife gently reminded me, 'honey, you forgot to write about spring plates.' Wow, my bad. Spring plates are the single most popular carbon fiber insert we sell. Like the old Steve Martin comedy routine, all I could do was hit my forehead with the palm of my hand and say, 'I forgot!' So, here's part 7 of the original 6 part series.