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"I went in for a simple ingrown toenail removal and almost passed out from the procedure in the office. The staff was very caring and got me some water and had me lie down. I was very impressed with how kind Dr. Knox was. He has a wonderful way with the patients and talked me through the entire procedure."

Congratulations to Melinda for winning the $50 Visa gift card for writing a wonderful review on Google for our practice!

You can be the winner for next month's drawing for a $50 Visa gift card. The requirements are simple. Write a review about our practice on Google, Yahoo, or Yelp and send an email to info@neuhausfootandankle.com. In the email, give us your full name and where you wrote the review. You will automatically be entered into the drawing and you can win just like Melinda did!! The drawings are done the first of every month. Write your raving review now!!

Achilles Tendinitis is one of the most common running injuries because Achilles Tendinitis is usually caused by a sudden increase of repetitive activity involving the Achilles tendon. This type of activity puts major stress on the tendon, leading to an injury of the tendon. Continual stress on the tendon, like running or training for a race, prevents the body from repairing the injured tissue. Ultimately, the tendon structure is altered causing continual pain. Athletes are not the only individuals that are at high risk for developing this disorder.

Dr. Jason Knox discusses more information about this  common running injuries and why most runners end up with this diagnosis. Achilles Tendinitis is something that should be properly treated and not ignored, especially if you are a runner or training for some kind of athletic event, because this could cause further injury to your Achilles tendon and may even require surgery. Visit our Achilles Tendinitis page to learn more information about this condition or visit our common sports injuries section to learn about other problems that may arise.

An ankle sprain is an injury to the ligament(s) in your ankle. Ligaments are like rubber bands that connect your bones to one another and bind your joints together. In your ankle joint, the ligaments provide stability. Sprained ankles often result from a fall, a sudden twist, or a blow that forces the ankle joint out of its normal position. Ankle sprains commonly occur while participating in sports, wearing inappropriate shoes, or walking or running on an uneven surface. If you are experiencing pain or soreness, bruising, swelling, difficulty walking, and/or stiffness in joints of your ankle, you should visit your local podiatrist.

In the video, Dr. Neuhaus further explains the symptoms of ankle sprains as well as an effective way to evaluate and treat an ankle sprain. Treating an ankle sprain properly and aggressively will help prevent the ankle from causing any future issues with the joint. To learn more about an ankle sprain, please visit our website at www.neufoot.com. If we can be of any assistance with you to help treat an ankle sprain, please call our office at (615) 220-8788. Neuhaus Foot & Ankle is just outside of Nashville, TN in Smyrna and Brentwood. 

Gout is a disorder that results from the build-up of uric acid in the tissues or a joint. Gout most often occurs in the joint of the big toe. An attack of gout can be miserable, marked by symptoms of intense pain that comes on suddenly, often in the middle of the night or upon arising, as well as redness, swelling, and warmth over the joint which are signs of inflammation.

Gout can "flare up" with no warning. To reduce your changes of a gout attack, limit or avoid foods like shellfish, red meat, and organ meants like liver or kidney, and stay away from red wine and beer. If you believe you are experiencing a gout attack of the foot, call our office to schedule an appointment. We will be happy review your past medical history and take x-rays to determine the best diagnosis and treatment plan.

In the video, Dr. Jason Knox explains how Gout is diagnosed and what forms of treatment are available. Make an appointment with your local Podiatrist or with us at (615) 220-8788. Neuhaus Foot and Ankle is located outside of Nashville, TN in Smyrna and Brentwood. Call our office to make and appointment or visit us online at http://www.neufoot.com.

I know the weekend of 4th of July is always an exciting one filled with many family events around Middle Tennessee to attend and enjoy live entertainment, food, and of course, FIREWORKS!! Therefore, I have some of the main events that will be happening in Middle Tennessee to celebrate the 4th of July holiday with food and fun activities for all families.

On Saturday, July 2nd, the Smyrna Independence Day Celebration will be from 5-9pm at the Lee Victory Recreation Park. The music for the evening will be by The Body & Soul band, along with vendors games, and fun. The fireworks will begin at 9pm.