Ben Pearl, DPM came up with a concept of a turf toe splint which is now being refined in it’s final prototype version with CEO and president of OS 1st, David Higgins. Dr. Pearl was never totally satisfied with carbon fiber plates put into cleats and running shoes. Athletic taping Is helpful but Breaks down […]
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Marine Corps Marathon Medical Help
Dr. Ben Pearl has been selected to provide podiatric medical coverage during the 44th running of the Marine Corps Marathon scheduled for October 27, 2019 just outside Washington, DC. Dr. Pearl, a Fellow of the American Academy of Podiatric Sports Medicine, will be supervising a team of podiatric medical students from Temple University School of […]
Snap Crackle Pop & Halftime with Yoga
A few weeks ago I noticed Some snap crackle pop’s in my knee while doing yoga I realized that my one or maybe 2 day yoga sessions-per week was not cutting it. The other sign was a hamstring pull trying to keep up with a speedy left wing half my age. The reason Tom Brady and […]
CBD Pharmacology: the Endocannabinoid System and Cytochrome P-450
Although CBD promises a new treatment alternative for many afflictions, it is not a panacea. CBD is known to have applications in neurologic conditions like neuropathy and musculoskeletal conditions like multiple sclerosis and muscle spasms. The benefits of CBD include not being addictive while also being an economic option. The drug could potentially be harmful […]
CBD Chemistry: Defeating the Opioid Crisis Fair and Square
Cannabidiol (CBD) has a competitive edge over big pharma like Oxycodone due to its lower addictive potential, but why? Let’s scrutinize its chemical structure and physical properties. First, we begin by introducing CBD’s chemical structure: Figure A: Molecular Structure/Isolated Crystallography of Cannabidiol (CBD). Cannabidiol, as depicted, is a phenol-containing compound that chemists consider ‘well-rounded’. This […]
CBD: A New Treatment Paradigm for Pain
Feeling intense chronic pain post-treatment or surgery? Dealing with an ache of some sorts that will not improve no matter how consistently you’ve been applying a topical or exercising to distract yourself from the discontent? A relatively novel drug CBD, chemically known as Cannabidiol, revolutionized the pharmaceutical industry to benefit countless physicians in the fields […]
Exosome Therapy: Drinking the Kool-Aid or the Real Deal?
Exosome therapies are attempting to muscle out classic stem cell therapies and make them less relevant. Mesenchymal Stem Cells obtained through C-section produced donations, release exosomes to enact their healing capabilities. Exosomes are lipid vesicles that contain: proteins, growth factors, lipids, and microRNA (the blueprint for proteins) amongst other things. Exosomes can be reliably counted […]
Arlington Foot & Ankle is Recruiting Patients with Turf Toe
GOT TURF TOE? Turf Toe is a sprain of the big toe. It typically is the result of excessive upward bending of the big toe. It can also be caused by jamming the toe or repetitive injury when running and jumping. Dr. Pearl is offering patients an opportunity to come in and try a new […]
20% off! KeryFlex Treatment: TRANSFORM DAMAGED TOENAILS AND BRING BACK CONFIDENCE!
We are offering this innovative toenail treatment at a discounted rate (normally $125 for big toes) for our patients at 20% off. Let’s get ready for Spring! KeryFlex is a toenail replacement and a cosmetic improvement to damaged and unsightly toenails. The gel is specifically designed and created for use on toenails and is […]
Shock Wave Therapy for Morton’s Neuroma
What is Morton’s Neuroma Morton’s neuroma is a condition caused by an inflamed nerve that causes pain in the ball of the foot. People who suffer from this condition often complain about feeling as if there is a rolled up sock under the ball of the foot. The pain, which radiates from the ball of […]