Dr. Darryl Martins DPMPuncture WoundPuncture wounds are not the same as cuts. A puncture wound has a small entry hole caused by a pointed object, such as a nail that you...
Dr. Darryl Martins DPMShin SplintsShin splints is a term to describe pain and swelling in the front of the lower legs. The pain usually appears after and is aggravated by...
Dr. Darryl Martins DPMPlantar FibromaA plantar fibroma is a fibrous knot (nodule) in the arch of the foot. It is embedded within the plantar fascia, a band of tissue that...
Dr. Darryl Martins DPMIngrown Nail ( matrixectomy )Ingrown nails are a very common problem and seen daily at our practice. When a toenail is ingrown, it is curved and grows into the skin,...
Dr. Darryl Martins DPMBunion ( hallux abducto valgus )Bunions are one of the most common conditions we treat everyday. Even though bunions are a common foot deformity, there are...
Dr. Darryl Martins DPMAnkle Equinus ( contract of tendon )No other condition of the foot is responsible for long lasting acute and chronic pain. Equinus is a condition in which the upward bending...
Dr. Darryl Martins DPMDrop FootDrop foot refers to the inability to lift the front part of one’s foot off the ground when walking, resulting in a scuffing or dragging...
Dr. Darryl Martins DPMHigh Arch Foot ( pes cavus)Cavus foot ( high arch foot) is a condition in which the foot has a very high arch. The high-arched foot places an excessive amount of...
Dr. Darryl Martins DPMCapsulitis in the Foot & AnkleJoints are formed by two adjacent bones and these joints are covered by a capsule where. The capsule prevents the joint fluid from...
Dr. Darryl Martins DPMGout of the Foot & AnkleGout is a common form of arthritis affecting the foot. Gout attacks are due to precipitation and collection of excess uric acid which...
Dr. Darryl Martins DPMOsteoarthritis of the Foot & Ankle Osteoarthritis is a condition that results in destruction of joints and can cause pain and even disability in severe cases. Any joint of...
Dr. Darryl Martins DPMBrachymetatarsiaBrachymetatarsia is a condition affecting the foot in which one of the metatarsal bones remains shorter than the rest. This results in a...
Dr. Darryl Martins DPMNeuropathyNeuropathy is a condition in which the peripheral nerves are damaged and not functioning adequately. The most common causes of neuropathy...
Dr. Darryl Martins DPMReconstruction/ Talar Spatial FramesExternal fixation devices are a marvel of medical advancement which provides a unique way of addressing lower extremity deformity. The...
Dr. Darryl Martins DPMSports InjuriesSporting injuries are very common in the athletic population and also in the ‘weekend warrior’ athlete. These injuries can cause...
Dr. Darryl Martins DPMCustom OrthoticsCustom orthotics are vital in most foot and ankle conditions. Foot structure, genetics, work activity and shoe choice are just some of...
Dr. Darryl Martins DPMAnkle FracturesAnkle Fractures are one of the most common lower extremity fractures. These fractures can cause gross deformities and long term...
Dr. Darryl Martins DPMTrauma InjuriesTraumatic injuries to the lower extremity are very common. These injuries can result in long term consequences if not addressed...
Dr. Darryl Martins DPMFlatfoot ( pes planus )Flat foot deformity is a progressive deformity of the foot. 20-30%of the population suffers from this but not everyone is symptomatic....
Dr. Darryl Martins DPMBursitis of the Foot & AnkleBony prominences of the body are protected with soft tissue and fluid-filled sacs called Bursae. These sacs act as cushions near the...