Posts by Dr. Kevin Mikalaitis

The summer months are approaching which means many people will soon be trading in their shoes for a pair of flip-flops. No longer are flip-flops exclusively used as footwear on the beach or at the pool, they have become a staple of every day summer attire. While flip flops are a comfortable, convenient, and cooler alternative to traditional shoes in the warmer months, excessive use could cause stress...
5/20/2009 2:01:58 PM
Despite its' name, "Tennis Elbow" most commonly occurs among people who have never swung a tennis racket, primarily in those ages 30 to 50, usually in their dominant arm. But it can occur at any age. This condition, also known as lateral epicondylitis, is a degenerative process which affects the muscles and tendons on the outside of the elbow. Tiny tears occur in the tendons and muscle coverings due...
7/17/2008 12:43:52 PM