Watch as Dr. Elton shares his expertise on foot and ankle injuries during the ski season and answers commonly asked questions in Vail Valley Live's "Ask the Doctor" series.
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Does your ankle feel unstable or like it might give out? Is it prone to rolling or twisting outwards during sports or even simple activities like walking? Have you had previous ankle sprains or injuries? If yes, you might be dealing with chronic ankle instability.
The Achilles tendon is a strong band of tissue connecting the calf muscle to the heel bone. It plays a vital role in helping us walk, run, and jump – allowing us to push off the ground with our feet. If the tendon is overstretched beyond its limit or suddenly subjected to too much force, it can be partially or completely torn or ruptured.
A boot top fracture is one of the more severe ski injuries, occurring when the two bones in the lower leg break at the very top of the ski boot. Here we’ll take a closer look at how this fracture occurs, plus the most common treatment options.
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High ankle sprains, also called syndesmosis injuries, aren't as common as low ankle sprains, but they can be much more serious and take longer to heal. Here’s how to recognize if you have a high ankle sprain.
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Whether you're just hitting the trails for the first time or are a seasoned pro, here are some of the most common foot and ankle hiking injuries (and what you can do about them).
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Chronic lateral ankle pain, or recurring pain on the outer ankle, can result from an injury or the development of a painful ankle condition. Here are a few reasons you may be experiencing chronic lateral ankle pain.
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Is your ankle pain a sign of a serious underlying condition? Here’s when it’s time to see an orthopaedic physician.
Here are the most common ankle injuries while skiing (and how to prevent them).
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Achilles Tendinosis is a chronic condition caused by microtears in the tendon. Here’s how Achilles tendinosis occurs as well as the treatment options for this painful ankle condition.
Hurt your ankle? You may have one of these 5 common ankle injuries.
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What are the most common types of foot surgery? Good question. Find out on Dr. Elton's foot and ankle blog.
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Rachael is just one of the many weekend warriors in our mountain community that Dr. Elton has helped return to the activities they love.
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In the Eagle and Summit County communities, a fractured ankle can range from a single, simple break in a bone to a spiral fracture that pushes your ankle out of place. If not treated properly, an ankle fracture can cause significant, long-term complications down the line.
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The Achilles tendon connects the calf muscles to the heel bone. It’s the largest and strongest tendon in your body. When overstretched, the Achilles tendon can tear - either partially or completely.
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They twist, they turn, the change direction. All this movement can lead to twisted ankles, bent knees, and legs placed in bad positions.
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Dr. Elton specializes in treating disorders of the lower extremities, specifically of the foot and ankle. “That sounds like a pretty narrow focus, but really, I treat everything from bunions and hammertoes to complex ankle problems, to traumatic injuries of the entire lower limb,” he said.
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These 3 Videos answer some of our top foot & ankle questions.
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Sprained ankles are particularly common in sports that feature a lot of cutting, running and jumping— which covers just about everything.
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You might think that your swollen feet come from just plain using them too much. This may be true in some cases. But swollen feet aren't always caused by overuse.
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