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Howard J. Luks, MD, Orthopedic Surgeon

Howard J. Luks, MD

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peroneal tendon subluxation

Peroneal Tendon Subluxation : Exploring Lateral Ankle Pain

The peroneal tendons are located on the outer side of your ankle. The tendons are firmly held in place in a groove behind your fibula.  If the peroneal tendons

peroneal tendon subluxation

Achilles Tendon Pain in Runners. Tendinopathy Explained.

The achilles tendon has brought down mythical warriors and many weekend warriors alike.  Tendinopathy- by definition, implies that some degree of degeneration

ankle sprain

What Is a Sprain? : Terminology Tuesday

Sprains are one of the most common reason people will present to a Sports Medicine physician.  Of all the soccer and football injuries I see on a weekly basis,

ankle sprain

Why Does My Ankle Pop? You Asked, We Answered.

Ankles pop and snap for many reasons. Ankle injuries are very common. Some ankle injuries lead to popping or snapping. Sometimes ankles snap and pop without an

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Achilles Tendon Tears: Is Surgery Necessary?

Achilles tendon tears are one of the most common tendon injuries in our body.  The injury commonly occurs from pushing off while playing sports such as

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