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What are Hammertoes?
updated: Jul. 05, 2019
A hammertoe is a common foot deformity that affects the middle joint of the smaller toes. As a result, this causes the toes to bend downward. Since this bend causes Read more -
Taking Care of Flat Feet
updated: Jun. 19, 2019
While there are many people with flat feet, often times they won’t even know it; however, there are others with flat feet that regularly experience pain, soreness, and other problems. Read more -
Treating Diabetic Feet
updated: Jun. 04, 2019
Diabetic feet need special care because of decreased circulation, neuropathy, joint deterioration, and more. While your primary care physician may guide you on blood sugar control, medications, a healthy diet, Read more -
What is a Neuroma?
updated: May 10, 2019
Are you dealing with pain, burning, tingling or numbness between your toes or in the ball of the foot? If you said “yes” then you could be dealing with a Read more -
Taking Care of Bunions
updated: May 03, 2019
A bunion is one of the most common foot deformities, often affecting the joint at the base of the big toe. Anyone can develop this painful condition but it most Read more -
Ingrown Nails
updated: Apr. 19, 2019
Swelling, reddened flesh, shooting pain, and pus are just some of the incredibly uncomfortable symptoms of having an ingrown toenail. Although this condition can sometimes be successfully treated through home Read more -
Ways a Podiatrist Can Help You
updated: Apr. 05, 2019
The human foot and ankle contain 33 joints, 26 bones and over 100 tendons, ligaments and muscles. While all of these parts of the foot should work together, there are Read more -
Treatment for Minor Foot Injuries
updated: Mar. 20, 2019
An unexpected fall or twist can result in an injury of the foot or ankle, such as a sprain or strain. Immediate first aid can help prevent complications, reduce pain Read more -
Is Plantar Fasciitis Causing Your Heel Pain?
updated: Mar. 06, 2019
Is heel pain keeping you down? Pain that occurs following an injury or early in an illness may play a protective role, warning us about the damage we have suffered. So Read more -
What Are Corns?
updated: Feb. 19, 2019
Many people think corns and calluses are the same thing, but there are differences. A corn is smaller than a callus, and has a hard center which is surrounded by Read more -
What is Achilles Tendonitis?
updated: Feb. 07, 2019
Heel pain is one of the most common complaints a podiatrist hears about from patients. If you are dealing with heel pain above the heel bone then you could be Read more -
Dealing With Athlete's Foot
updated: Jan. 15, 2019
Athlete's foot is one of the most common fungal infections of the skin and is frequently seen in our office. Whether you've had it or not, it's important to understand Read more -
What is a Crush Injury?
updated: Jan. 10, 2019
What is a Crush Injury? Have a foot crush injury? A crush injury occurs when pressure or force is put on a body part. A foot crush injury may cause pain, Read more -
Treating a Sprained Ankle
updated: Dec. 18, 2018
An ankle sprain occurs when the foot rolls or twists to the point where a ligament inside stretches beyond its normal capacity. Ankle sprains are extremely common, with an estimated Read more -
What is Sesamoiditis?
updated: Dec. 07, 2018
What is Sesamoiditis? Sesamoids are small bones that are only connected to tendons or surrounded in muscle. This only appears in a few places in the body, one of which is Read more -
How To Prevent Ingrown Toenails
updated: Nov. 20, 2018
Ingrown toenails may begin mildly but can quickly go from bad to worse. This frustrating and painful condition can affect anyone and cause significant issues. Unlike other foot-related conditions, which Read more