California Podiatrist Blogs About Current Leg and Foot Health Topics

Perhaps you recently suffered a sports-related injury. Perhaps your child broke his ankle on the school playground. Perhaps you want to learn more about the latest trends in running shoes. Perhaps you are bothered by arch pain. Perhaps you are worried about foot complications stemming from diabetes. Whatever your situation, we believe you will find something that addresses your concerns by reading our blog posts. Our blog is written by our knowledgeable California podiatry team to provide you with insights into the health issues you face.

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Your “Pre-Season” Guide to Preventing Sports Injuries How you prepare for activity has a big impact on your ability to prevent sports injuries. Dr. Harvey Danciger in Palm Desert has some tips for you.
RICE Will Help You Heal Dr. Harvey Danciger explains what RICE therapy is and how this technique helps injuries heal.
Recovery Tips to Get Back in the Game Injury is always a risk for those who participate in sports. Dr. Harvey Danciger offers tips for a speedy recovery and return to activities.
Solutions for Injury-Related Swelling Swelling after an injury can be managed at home via RICE therapy, or by professional treatment such as laser therapy, says Dr. Harvey Danciger.
Shoes For Each Sport Don’t expect your blown-out sneakers to multitask! Athletes need the right shoe for the right sport to prevent injury, says Dr. Harvey Danciger.
Why You Should Elevate an Injury Elevation is a critical component in helping you minimize pain and swelling and promote healing after an injury, says Harvey Danciger, DPM or Palm Desert, CA.
Pain Relief for Foot and Ankle Tennis Injuries In honor of the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells, Harvey Danciger, DPM, of Palm Desert discusses common tennis-related foot injuries and how to treat them.
Treating an Achilles Tendon Rupture A ruptured Achilles tendon can be treated surgically or non-surgically. Dr. Harvey Danciger, DPM, explains the strengths and weaknesses of each method.
Achilles Tendinitis: Laser Therapy Achilles tendinitis pain can make for a rough time. Dr. Harvey Danciger, DPM, of Palm Desert offers treatment options to get you playing with your pet again.
Running with Underpronation Injuries Harvey R. Danciger, DPM in Palm Desert, CA explains the meaning of underpronation and how it can lead to injury if you are a runner.
Pain While Running Could Be a Stress Fracture Stress fractures are a painful condition that can take affect while running. Palm Desert podiatrist, Harvey R. Danciger, DPM specializes in effective treatment.
Summer Protection: Ankle Pain Harvey Danciger gives insight to posterior tibial tendonitis to inform you in case your ankle pain could be associated with the condition.