by Dr. Robert J. Spencer | Jun 13, 2017 | Uncategorized
When it comes to diagnosing foot pain, sometimes the fundamental problem is more than meets the eye. That’s because a very wide range of conditions can cause similar symptoms. You might assume that an aching heel or lower leg is probably a tendon injury, like plantar...
by Dr. Nitza Rodriguez | May 26, 2017 | Uncategorized
Family Matters When Treating Clubfoot In America, about 1 in every 1,000 infants is born with clubfoot. It’s a lot more common than most people think! Sometimes the amount of twisting in the foot is so severe that the sole of the foot faces straight sideways, or even...
by Dr. Nitza Rodriguez | May 25, 2017 | Uncategorized
World Clubfoot Day is coming up in early June, and the Southern California Foot & Ankle Specialists team is gearing up for another round of family fun and activity to increase awareness, raise money, and bring people together! On the official World Clubfoot Day,...
by Dr. Nitza Rodriguez | Feb 14, 2017 | Uncategorized
For most people, Valentine’s Day conjures visions of chocolate, romantic comedies, jewelry, and gifts. But for me, it’s not about expensive gifts, spending money, or extravagant dinners. It’s about remembering that I have some pretty special people in my life...
by Dr. Robert J. Spencer | Oct 26, 2016 | Uncategorized
Surprise dark spots on your body can be a bit concerning and embarrassing. You’re left wondering where they came from, how you got them, and how long they will look that way. Athletes are pretty familiar with bruises they didn’t know they had, but when those dark...
by Dr. Nitza Rodriguez | Oct 11, 2016 | Uncategorized
Spooky events and scary moments are great for the Halloween season, but no parent enjoys being surprised by learning their newborn has clubfoot. Clubfoot is a highly treatable birth defect. Still, it’s a long treatment process and it’s easy for parents to feel alone...
