by Dr. Thomas Falls | Jun 11, 2019 | Blog, Dr. Thomas Falls, Orthopaedics
If the tibialis posterior muscle is weakened, this can contribute to ankle, foot, or lower limb pain. This muscle is responsible for pointing the foot in the direction of the floor, or plantarflexing it. It also has a role in turning the foot inward, or inverting it....
by Dr. Thomas Falls | Jun 10, 2019 | Blog, Dr. Thomas Falls, Orthopaedics
For those who may not be aware, the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery (ABOS) is the body responsible for overseeing medical schools and hospitals that train, as well as educate, physicians who desire to become orthopaedic surgeons. Here’s an overview of the history...
by Dr. Thomas Falls | Jun 7, 2019 | Blog, Dr. Thomas Falls, Orthopaedics
An injury known as a greenstick fracture can be painful and debilitating, but it’s usually an easy injury to treat. The Definition of Greenstick Fractures Greenstick fractures are breaks that occur on one side of a stricken individual’s elongated arm or leg...
by Dr. Thomas Falls | May 30, 2019 | Blog, Dr. Thomas Falls, Orthopaedics
Bones are seemingly simple organisms, but looks can be deceiving. In truth, bones are an essential tissue that many organisms require for support and function. To better understand the importance of your skeletal system, here is a brief overview of the anatomy of...
by Dr. Thomas Falls | Apr 20, 2019 | Blog, Dr. Thomas Falls, Orthopaedics
As we age, our bones begin to lose density and become more brittle. This is why fractured bones are more common in the elderly. The best way to maintain bone strength and density as we age is by following certain nutritional and exercise recommendations. Many people...
