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Arch Disorders
posted: Apr. 22, 2020.
The arches of the feet play a role in supporting your body’s weight when standing or in motion. The tarsal and metatarsal bones make up the arches of the feet, Read more -
Treating and Dealing With Athlete's Foot
posted: Apr. 08, 2020.
Athlete’s foot is a common fungal infection of the feet that is typically characterized by itchy, burning patches of skin between the toes that may also crack or bleed. Since Read more -
Treating Tendon and Joint Pain
posted: Mar. 24, 2020.
There are 52 bones in your feet and ankles, which means that feet contain about 25 percent of the bones in our bodies. Our feet also contain about 20-25 percent Read more -
Treating Broken Metatarsals
posted: Mar. 05, 2020.
Did you know that the metatarsals, or bones in the foot, are the most commonly broken bones in the human body? These long bones run the length of the foot Read more -
Are You Struggling with Heel Pain?
posted: Feb. 19, 2020.
Heel pain is a common foot problem that podiatrists often treat. Knowing the cause of your pain is important in determining the most effective treatment method. Even if the pain Read more -
Treating and Preventing Peripheral Artery Disease
posted: Feb. 10, 2020.
Peripheral artery disease (PAD) is a condition that often affects blood flow to the legs due to narrowing of the arteries. PAD is caused by atherosclerosis, a serious condition in Read more -
Treatment for Minor Foot Injuries
posted: Mar. 21, 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?
posted: 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?
posted: 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?
posted: 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
posted: 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?
posted: Jan. 03, 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
posted: Dec. 17, 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?
posted: 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
posted: 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 -
Treating Toenail Fungus
posted: Nov. 06, 2018.
Treating toenail fungus Toenail fungus--it's one of the most common podiatric problems children, teens, and adults have. Causing thickened, yellow, brittle nails, onychomycosis (the medical name for toenail fungus) spreads easily Read more
