by Dr. Robert J. Spencer | Jun 22, 2016 | Uncategorized
There are some questions that are almost impossible to answer, like “What is the speed of darkness?” or “Why would a Kamikaze pilot wear a helmet?” For podiatrists, “How long will it take for my broken heel to mend?” is sort of in that line. We can give you some...
by Dr. Robert J. Spencer | Jun 8, 2016 | Uncategorized
The skateboard park at Beebe Park in Ladera Ranch and Etnies Skatepark in Lake Forest are popular places in summer, but both have rules stating that you skate entirely at your own risk. You are required to wear proper helmet and knee and elbow pads, but injuries often...
by Dr. Robert J. Spencer | May 19, 2016 | Uncategorized
Planning a big party for Memorial Day? The traditional summer kickoff usually includes barbecue fare like steaks, burgers, and beer, but if you suffer from gout these foods should really be avoided, because they can bring on a nasty attack. If you don’t want to spend...
by Dr. Robert J. Spencer | May 11, 2016 | Uncategorized
How much do you know about types of arthritis in feet? This quiz will test your knowledge. If you are familiar with the game show Jeopardy!, you’ll understand our rules: we’ll describe a condition, you ask a question with the specific term. Here we go: This disease...
by Dr. Nitza Rodriguez | May 9, 2016 | Uncategorized
Only 26 days until our World Clubfoot Day, California event on June 4! One of the speakers we’ll have, Ironman competitor Tony Spineto, knows firsthand the struggles of clubfoot from both having it as a child and now as the father of a child with the same...
by Dr. Robert J. Spencer | May 6, 2016 | Uncategorized
If you live in Ladera Ranch and surrounding communities, you are familiar with I-5, and also with the driving habits of some people who make you want to yell, “The nerve of that guy—cutting me off like that!” The phrase expresses your reaction when someone says or...
