Ep 9. Dislocation Disaster
- TV14
- September 28, 2021
- 42 min
In "My Feet Are Killing Me" season 3, episode 9, titled "Dislocation Disaster," podiatrists Dr. Brad Schaeffer and Dr. Ebonie Vincent are presented with several challenging cases of patients with dislocated bones in their feet.
The first patient is a former dancer who suffers from a rare condition called "salvage ankle surgery," which has resulted in multiple dislocations of her ankle and foot bones. Dr. Schaeffer carefully examines her X-rays and realizes that her tendons are badly damaged and will require a complex surgical procedure to repair the damage and prevent further dislocations.
The second patient is a young woman who was born without ankle bones and has relied on a prosthetic ankle and foot her entire life. However, due to constant wear and tear, her prosthetic has become dislodged and is causing intense pain and discomfort. Dr. Vincent provides a thoughtful and personalized approach to developing a new prosthetic with a better fit that will allow the patient to walk and run more comfortably.
The third patient is an elderly woman who suffered a traumatic dislocation of her big toe while gardening. Her toe is now completely out of place, making it nearly impossible for her to walk or wear shoes. Dr. Schaeffer takes on the challenge of resetting her toe and stabilizing it with pins, while also addressing the patient's other foot issues, including a painful bunion and hammer toe.
Finally, the doctors encounter a patient with a unique case of dislocated toes caused by a rare genetic disorder called Ehlers-Danlos syndrome. Dr. Vincent explains the disorder and the intricacies of treating it, including the use of specialized braces and physical therapy to restore mobility and stability to the patient's foot.
Throughout the episode, the doctors provide expert care and compassion to each of their patients, working tirelessly to alleviate pain, restore mobility, and improve their quality of life. As always, the show provides a fascinating glimpse into the world of podiatry and the important work being done to help people overcome painful and debilitating foot conditions.
