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    Plantar Fasciitis: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment

    November 1, 2016

    Plantar Fasciitis is the most common cause of heel pain. Learn more about treatment, symptoms and risk factors. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC Orthopaedic Care

    Categorized as: Orthopaedics

    Tagged with: foot health, foot pain, heel pain, orthopaedics, plantar fasciitis

    what is plantar fasciitis
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    Medical Mondays: Hip Replacement

    June 20, 2016

    Pain in your hip from arthritis or other causes can be debilitating and interfere with your quality of life. Learn More

    Categorized as: Orthopaedics

    Tagged with: hip replacement, medical monday, orthopaedics, videos

  • Article - 41 Second Read

    Infographic: Making Skeletons Seem Less Scary

    October 27, 2015

    Halloween is synonymous with skeletons, but there's no reason to be afraid! Check out our infographic to learn more about the skeletal system. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC Orthopaedic Care

    Categorized as: Orthopaedics

    Tagged with: Halloween, infographic, orthopaedics, skeletons

    skeleton teaser
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    What’s the Difference Between a Sprain and Strain?

    August 2, 2015

    Sprains and strains are common injuries that can be caused by a variety of activities. Discover the difference between a sprain and a strain. Learn More

    Categorized as: Orthopaedics

    Tagged with: bruising, inflammation, muscle weakness, orthopaedics, pain, R.I.C.E. method, sprain, strain

    Discover the difference between a sprain and a strain.
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    Malunion or Nonunion Fracture: What’s the Difference?

    March 20, 2015

    Malunion and nonunion fractures are two types of bone healing complications. Here's what you need to know about the conditions. Learn More

    Categorized as: Orthopaedics

    Tagged with: bone surgery, fracture, MaCalus V. Hogan, malunion, nonunion, orthopaedics, osteotomy

    Get the facts on malunion vs nonunion fractures
  • Article - 1 Minute Read

    Tips for Choosing the Right Shoe for You

    February 17, 2014

    Check out this question and answer session with Dr. Stephen Conti, a foot and ankle specialist, who explains how to choose the right shoe for your feet. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC Orthopaedic Care

    Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Orthopaedics

    Tagged with: ballet flats, bunions, feet, hammertoes, high heels, orthopaedics, Q & A, shoes, Stephen F Conti MD

    woman and high heels
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