The Orthopedic Educational Series will present their series of seminars this month on The Foot and Ankle.  The seminar will begin with a thorough review of the Anatomy and Physiology of the Foot and Ankle.

The presentation will then review common impairments of the Foot and Ankle including:

• Osteoarthritis
• Rheumatoid Arthritis
• Ankle sprains
• Fractures
• Plantar fascitis
• Heel spurs

The physical therapists presenting will then review tips on how to avoid some of the aforementioned impairments, as well as treatment options. 

They will present a short video on how a typical examination of the foot and ankle is performed, and how physical therapists formulate a “PT Diagnosis” prior to beginning treatment. 

Finally, the staff will review some basic exercises that are typically prescribed for patient with foot and ankle impairments.