Ankle Arthroscopy: On Your Feet in no Time

Ankle Arthroscopy can provide quick and effective recovery for ankle pain. [More]

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Arthritis Foundation of McLean County

Details About the Activities Of The Arthritis Foundation Of Mclean County [More]

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Bunions

Bunions are one of the most common problems you can have in your feet. They can cause pain and change the shape of your feet. They typically occur at the base of the big toe and are caused by incorrect foot mechanics; mainly, when the foot is too flat and thus forces the toe to move beyond its norma... [More]

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Children and Foot Care

Childhood is an important time of anyone's life. It's important for emotional and physical development, and the development of feet is of utmost importance during this time. Proper foot formation during childhood can prevent leg and back problems later in life. And, if a problem arises, it's easier ... [More]

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Common Nail Problems

Ingrown Nails An ingrown nail happens when a nail grows into the skin around it. The big toe is most often affected. The causes could be improper trimming, nail deformities, injuries, fungal infections, or pressure from shoes or other sources. They may cause pain at the tip of the toe or down to it... [More]

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EMG - Preparing For Your EMG

Information for patients who are scheduled to have an electromyogram (EMG) [More]

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Hammer Toes

Hammer toe is a condition that generally affects the smallest toe on your foot. Your little toes are primarily involved in balance - they bend to grip the ground and straighten like levers to push your foot and help you walk. If the front of your foot is wide, your little toes may start to curl and ... [More]

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McLean County Orthopedics Work Comp Billing Policy

If you have filed a worker's compensation claim with your employer involving your treatment at McLean County Orthopedics, we will send the bills to your employer or to your employer's work comp insurance. You must complete and sign a "First Report of Injury" through your employer in order to file a ... [More]

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Plantar Fasciitis

Plantar fasciitis is a disease of the plantar fascia, which is a band of ligaments that runs from your heel to the ball of your foot. It aids in walking, pulling on the heel bone to raise the arch of your foot when it pushed off the ground. However, some people's feet do not move correctly, which re... [More]

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