Foot & Ankle Health Blog
Our years of teaching and practice experience allow us to utilize therapy that is successful - not necessarily therapy that is merely in "vogue." Our experience and use of the latest diagnostic tools allows us to make the correct diagnosis of your problem and apply the appropriate treatment to get you back on your feet as fast as possible. We pride ourselves on informing our patients of all treatment options. We make sure that they fully understand their treatment plan and expected outcome, using appropriate educational materials to assist the patient's understanding.
That Numbness Might Be Morton's Neuroma
A neuroma is a thickening of nerve tissue and is the result of compression and irritation that creates swelling and enlargement of the nerve.
Preventing and Treating Corns and Calluses
There are many reasons that bring patients to the podiatrist, but corns and calluses are the most common. Both are painful skin conditions that appear on the feet and can make standing and walking painful.
Osteoarthritis is a Painful Podiatric Problem
Osteoarthritis is a degenerative joint disease that is the result of wear and tear on the joints. Inflammation and injury to the joint cause a breaking down of cartilage tissues, resulting in pain, swelling, decreased range of motion, and deformity.
Are You at Risk for Haglund's Deformity?
Haglund's Deformity is a bony enlargement on the back of the heel that irritates the soft tissue near the Achilles tendon.
You Don't Have to Suffer with Podiatric Psoriasis
There are two forms of psoriasis that can be seen on the soles of the feet and the palms of the hands.
Stay Safe While On a Hike
Hiking is a great exercise for your whole body, but it's important to take a few steps to ensure the health and safety of your feet.
Exercises for Better Foot Health
Whether you go to the gym or you prefer to stay at home, if you work out regularly, you know that certain exercises benefit specific parts of your body‚ sit ups for your abdominal muscles, push-ups for your chest and arms, etc. But what about your feet?
Keep Your Feet Safe: Tips for Runners
With that increase in activity, we notice an increase in the number of patients visiting our office complaining of foot and ankle injuries. Here are some tips to help you stay safe:
Peroneal Tendonitis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
Peroneal tendonitis is a medical term referring to irritation, inflammation, or damage to the peroneal tendons, two tendons located on the outer side of the foot and ankle.
Oh, No! Turf Toe!
Turf toe is a sport-related sprain to the ligaments of the big toe joint, usually resulting from sudden and/or excessive upward bending of the big toe joint.
Protect Your Feet by Varying Your Exercise
Of course, exercise is a good habit. It offers benefits to your cardiovascular system, your muscles and your bones. But making a habit out of just one kind of exercise can pose a risk to your feet and ankles, which are vulnerable to injuries caused by repetitive stress.
Freiberg's Disease Can Be a Problem for Children
The actual cause of Freiberg's disease is unclear to foot doctors, but it's believed that repetitive stress is to blame.
Take Care of Your Feet Before, During, and After Your Next Vacation
Here are some tips to keep your feet in great shape and prevent a podiatric illness or injury from ruining your good time:
Healing and Preventing Cracked Heels
Cracked heels occur when the skin on the feet becomes excessively dry. They can be caused by a variety of other factors, including:
What Is a Podiatrist?
A podiatrist is a special doctor who diagnoses and treat conditions of the foot, ankle, and other structures of the leg.
10 Tips for Healthy Feet
Here are ten tips - one for each of your toes - to make sure that you're living your best life on two pain-free feet.
Nail Salon Safety - What You Need to Know
Here are eight recommendations that are sure to minimize your risk at the salon:
Preventing Plantar Warts
HPV is a determined virus. It finds a way to enter the body through the top layer of skin.
It's the Years and the Miles: The Effects of Aging on the Feet
Most Americans will walk over 100,000 miles in their lifetimes. That makes it likely that our feet with undergo some changes as we age. While inconvenient, or even uncomfortable, most are normal.
Ladder Safety to Prevent Foot and Ankle Injuries
Stay safe by learning and following a few simple recommendations to ensure ladder safety.