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High ankle sprain vs. low ankle sprain: What are the key differences?

NFL stars Patrick Mahomes and Tony Pollard both suffered high ankle sprains during the playoffs, but their treatments were very different and much more involved than a typical ankle sprain. UT Southwestern orthopedic surgeons explain the complexities of a high ankle sprain injury.

Michael VanPelt, D.P.M. / Kshitij "KJ" Manchanda, M.D.

February 13, 2023

3D bunion surgery gets you back on your feet faster

Bunions are much more than a cosmetic issue – they're a painful structural problem that limits a person’s mobility. UT Southwestern's Dr. Michael VanPelt describes how the advanced surgical procedure lapiplasty bunionectomy can cure the condition with less downtime and low risk of recurrence.

Michael VanPelt, D.P.M.

April 23, 2021