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Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease is a real threat when you're living with peripheral neuropathy or diabetes – but how do you cope with it? Read on to learn about CMT, how to live with it, and what treatments help you avoid complications.

Bunions are a foot deformity that affect the big toe joint – but did you know you can also get a bunionette? Keep reading to learn the significant differences between a bunion and a bunionette and how to treat them successfully for foot pain relief.

Most people don't think about their big toe – until it hurts and they struggle to move it. Hallux rigidus is a painful condition, but there are successful treatments. Read on to learn about treatment options for hallux rigidus to keep the toe mobile.

Wounds come in various shapes, types, and severity, which means treatments may vary – but PRP could help accelerate your recovery, no matter the cause. Read on to learn more about PRP and what kind of wound responds best for optimal recovery.

Ingrown toenails are a painful nuisance that may lead to severe infections if you're not careful. However, you can prevent them entirely by cutting your nails correctly. Read on to learn expert tips on cutting your nails to avoid ingrown problems.

Work injuries happen, but the steps afterward for care and reimbursement can be tricky. Read on to learn more about your initial worker's comp appointment and what to expect from your doctor.

Most people living with rheumatoid arthritis have good days and bad days — but you shouldn't have to fight the disease alone. Keep reading to learn how the disease affects the body and when to seek treatment from a specialist.

A foot wound may not seem like a big deal unless it shows signs of not healing or infection. Keep reading to learn about seven signs that signal you need to seek a doctor's care for your wound.

Bunions are a real pain, but surgery can be daunting; new technology is available, though, that gets you back on your feet in no time. Keep reading to learn about the state-of-the-art Lapiplasty® 3D bunion surgery.

An ankle sprain or injury is devastating at the moment — but it can also stick around for a long time if you end up with chronic joint instability. Keep reading to discover how to prevent instability in the joint after a severe ankle injury.

Heel pain has many causes, with plantar fasciitis being at the forefront of the problem, but what treatments are available? Read on to discover when you need shockwave therapy for plantar fasciitis and what to expect during treatment.

Running helps you stay in shape and allows you to leave the house and enjoy nature — unless you suffer an injury. Keep reading to learn about typical runner's injuries and prevention tips to prevent them.

The feet are complex structures composed of various bones and joints. The plantar plate is one of these essential components that you can easily injure. Keep reading to discover the signs of a plantar plate injury and what to do next for pain relief.

Pain in your foot or ankle — primarily due to arthritis — makes it difficult to do anything. Luckily, several treatments can help. Keep reading to discover more about hyaluronic acid injections for chronic foot and ankle pain.

When ankle pain strikes, it takes hold of your entire life. Persistent ankle pain may be tricky to manage unless you undergo PRP injections. Keep reading to discover how PRP injections can help with chronic ankle discomfort.

Your bones require constant blood flow to continue to rebuild; when they don't get the proper circulation, you may end up with avascular necrosis. Read on to discover what to expect from treatment when living with avascular necrosis.

Diabetes is a chronic condition that leads to several complications in your feet, including a rare condition called Charcot foot and ankle. Keep reading to learn more about Charcot foot and how to prevent it when living with diabetes.

Shoes are a critical part of your day, providing your feet with much-needed support — unless they hurt your heels. Keep reading to discover why your shoes are causing heel pain and how you can relieve your discomfort.

Pain in your feet can be from various conditions, including a stress fracture. Knowing the signs of a stress fracture helps you get faster treatment.

Plantar fasciitis is a painful condition in your feet — but did you know your weight is a huge factor in this condition? Keep reading to discover how your weight is linked to stress on your plantar fascia and what you can do for relief.

Ankle pain isn't always severe — until it affects your everyday activities. When other treatments haven't been successful, an ankle replacement might help. Read on to discover what signs signal it's time to consider a total ankle replacement.

If you have a hammertoe, the pain in your joint can be unbearable — and forget wearing shoes comfortably. But when should you see a specialist for the affected toes? Read on to find out when to seek treatment for your painful hammertoes.

You don’t realize how much you need your Achilles tendon until it’s inflamed and painful. If you’re experiencing heel pain and stiffness, you may have Achilles tendinitis. Keep reading to discover four crucial ways to manage your pain.

If you have diabetes, you're at risk for significant problems with your feet. Charcot foot is a rare but severe side effect of diabetic neuropathy, sometimes leading to permanent deformity. Keep reading to find out how these conditions are linked.

Arthritis pain in your ankles makes it hard to get through the day. However, there are treatments that can help. Keep reading to learn when joint injections are the ticket to your arthritis relief.

The average runner lands with the force of three times their own body weight & it can take your shoes’ cushioning more than 24 hours to recover.

Your feet and ankles take a lot of stress when you’re a ballet dancer, causing acute and chronic injuries. Keep reading to learn about ballet injuries and how to avoid them.

Ankle injuries happen suddenly, but recovery lasts for weeks. One of the vital parts of your ankle recovery is a walking boot. Keep reading to learn how to get used to your walking boot while your ankle heals.

The peroneal tendons are vital in stabilizing your ankle and preventing injuries. Because they’re used a lot, the peroneal tendons can tear, causing pain and other problems. Keep reading to learn more about peroneal tendon tears.

Peripheral neuropathy isn’t always the result of diabetes; sometimes it’s due to Charcot-Marie Tooth disease, which causes problems in the nerves of your extremities. Keep reading to learn the consequences of this disease on your ankles and feet.

Pain in your ankles can be due to a number of issues, including arthritis. When you have ankle arthritis, it makes small tasks like walking seemingly impossible. Read on to learn what signs signal ankle arthritis, so you can get treatment right away.

Flat feet can cause you to have pain in both your ankles and knees. This type of deformity doesn’t always lead to problems, but if it does, it can be detrimental. Keep reading to learn how you can take care of your flat feet to avoid issues later on.

Plantar fasciitis is a painful foot condition that can be debilitating, but it’s not the end of the world. Keep reading to learn more about this condition, and what the outcome and treatments may involve.

When you have pain in your foot, simply walking may seem impossible. A neuroma is one of the causes of pain in your feet, but how do you know that’s what’s causing your pain? Keep reading to learn the signs of a neuroma in your feet.

Have you been feeling a sharp pain behind your heel? If so, achilles tendinitis could be the culprit. This condition can make walking difficult, so it’s important to get treatment. Keep reading to learn how, and if, you can cure this condition.

If you suffer from diabetes, you might not be aware of all of the problems you could run into. Diabetes affects many different areas of your body, including your feet. Keep reading to learn more about foot problems caused by your diabetes.

Your bones are vulnerable to a number of conditions, including avascular necrosis. This condition leads to bone death, and can be devastating if not treated. Continue reading to learn more about how this scary condition is successfully treated.

Are you having trouble putting weight on your ankle, but you don’t remember an injury? You might be dealing with something known as an osteochondral lesion. Keep reading to learn more about this condition and how you can get relief.

Ankle pain isn't a problem you want — especially when treatments aren't relieving the pain. Arthritis could be the culprit, meaning surgery may be around the corner. Keep reading to learn about an ankle fusion, and if it’s the answer to your pain.

Learn more about treatments for wound care here in Scottsdale and Phoenix.

With so many tiny bones, how do you know which bone is fractured and what type of fracture you have? Keep reading to learn about a Jones fracture, and treatments that help you get back on your feet again.

A broken bone isn’t what you want to deal with, but unfortunately it happens. So what should you expect when you suddenly break your ankle? Keep reading to learn more about the treatment and recovery time you can expect with a broken ankle.

Do you have a toe that's bothering you because it’s bent downward? The culprit could be a hammertoe, which is a painful nuisance. Read on to learn more about this condition and what you can do to get rid of it for good.

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When you’re dealing with ankle pain, you want treatment as soon as possible. But of the many treatments available, not all are reliably successful. Read on to find out more about PRP therapy and if it could be your ticket to less pain.

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Dr. McAlister discusses the trends in op and non-operative treatments for Cavus (high arch) feet.

If there was a way to prevent yourself from getting hurt, you'd want to know, right? This is especially true for your ankles, as they’re easily injured. Keep reading to learn more about how you can prevent ankle injuries on and off the field.

Do you know anyone who has a bunion? If so, you know how it can affect every activity they do. Bunion deformities also lead to pain — so how can you stop them? Keep reading to learn more about preventing bunions and keeping your feet healthy.

Learn about the latest in foot and ankle rehabilitation!!

Is your ankle pain limiting your activities on a daily basis? If so, you're probably looking for a treatment to get you back on your feet, and an ankle replacement might do the trick. Read on to find out more about this surgical option.

Pain in any form can really be a nuisance; but when it’s in your foot, it can really cause you problems. Heel pain can limit your mobility, making daily life hard. Keep reading to find out what causes heel pain, and how you can get back on your feet.

Have you ever felt throbbing pain in the back of your heel after a long run? Chances are, your achilles tendon is inflamed, causing tendonitis. Don't stop running yet though; keep reading to find out how you can prevent this problem in the future.

With so many advances in medicine, it's hard to keep up these days. Regenerative medicine is an up-and-coming treatment for many orthopedic conditions. Keep reading to learn more about this state-of-the-art treatment.

Whether you’re young or old, sports are a great way to stay in shape and have fun. But when injury strikes, you need a doctor who can get you back in the game. Keep reading to learn more about how sports medicine is helpful in a variety of ways.

Has arthritis slowed you down? Are you missing out on activities you used to love because you’re in pain? Keep reading to learn how physical therapy can help restore your quality of life and get you active again.

Achilles tendinopathy, plantar fasciitis, posterior tibial tendinosis, peroneal tendinosis, ankle arthritis, and first MTP arthritis can cause significant disability and pain. Come learn more about new regenerative options available today!

Read on to learn about how you can be a candidate for MIS hallux valgus correction.

Dr. McAlister has brought the latest non-operative treatment in-house. Read more below about the a common sports medicine injury in the foot and ankle.

Peri-operative nutrition and support is key. Here is an active way to find out Dr. McAlister's recommended favorites for appropriate bone, tendon, and ligament healing during this stressful experience.

Dr. McAlister discusses your optimal nutrition for your upcoming surgery and how to make your recovery count.

At Phoenix Foot and Ankle Institute, we want your outcome to be superior and to get there we need to provide you with the best post-operative experience.

Dr. McAlister continues to lead the pack in the Southwest, offering same-day telemedicine visits. This can hasten the appointment time, save patients travel time, and overall less healthcare strain. Read more to learn about telemedicine!

Dr. McAlister writes in a recent blog post on Podiatry Today about this subject. ankle pain, ankle trauma and ankle fractures.

Dr. McAlister writes a blog post in a specialty non-peer reviewed journal - Podiatry Today.

Dr. Jeffrey E. McAlister is gaining a stout reputation in the worker's compensation and personal injury space. Second opinions are often challenging cases and often a friendly team makes the world of a difference.

Dr. McAlister is the first fellowship-trained foot and ankle surgeon to implant the renowned H3 (Hintegra H3) total ankle. The Arizona Ankle Arthritis Center is off to a good start in 2020!

Phoenix Foot and Ankle Institute and Dr. McAlister offer the most up-to-date options for a common condition - Plantar Fasciitis.

Phoenix Foot and Ankle Institute is opening its doors to the Scottsdale location on December 9, 2019.

Information on 3-D Bunion Correction as opposed to the traditional 2-D operation.

Dr. McAlister has recently performed a highly impactful and educational webinar highlighting the advantages of a new procedure for bunion correction. Read more and learn about how bunions form and a how to treat them right the first time.

Total ankle replacements make recovery easier and quicker.

Phoenix Foot and Ankle Institute Offers Pro-Level Ankle Brace to Phoenix Athletes