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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
Treating and Preventing Warts
posted: Feb. 24, 2020.

Our feet put in thousands of steps every day, support us as we stand for hours on end, and put up with shoes that may look great but aren't especially 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
Treating Warts
posted: Jan. 23, 2020.

Oddly enough, there are a lot of Old Wives Tales and folk remedies surrounding warts. Perhaps you’ve even heard of some one them; however, if you end up dealing with Read more
Taking Care of a Sprained Ankle
posted: Jan. 09, 2020.

One wrong step and you could just end up dealing with a sprained ankle. A sprain occurs when the ankle suddenly rolls inwards or outwards, which jolts the ankle joint Read more
Caring for Your Feet When You're Diabetic
posted: Dec. 23, 2019.

Diabetes is a dangerous disease that occurs when your blood glucose levels are too high. Regardless of why you have diabetes, it can cause nerve damage, reduce blood flow to Read more
Treating and Preventing Ingrown Toenails
posted: Dec. 11, 2019.

An ingrown toenail is a common foot problem that occurs when the corner of a toenail, usually the big toe, grows into the skin. As you might imagine, this can Read more
What Causes Toenail Fungus?
posted: Dec. 03, 2019.

Toenail fungus is a common problem that can be rather challenging to get rid of. While toenail fungus can happen to anyone it most often occurs in older adults. If Read more
Plantar Fasciitis
posted: Nov. 14, 2019.

While heel pain is a common problem this doesn’t mean that it should just be brushed aside or considered a small matter. Untreated heel pain can lead to long-term pain Read more
Taking Care of Little Feet
posted: Nov. 05, 2019.

A child's feet grow rapidly during the first year, reaching almost half of their adult foot size. This is why podiatrists consider the first year to be the most important Read more
Preventing Blisters
posted: Oct. 17, 2019.

There are several precautions you can take to prevent blisters. Here are a few preventative care options: 1. Make sure to wear proper fitting shoes 2. Wear moisture-wicking socks 3. Cushioned insoles are Read more
Are You Dealing With Heel Pain?
posted: Oct. 02, 2019.

Are You Dealing With Heel Pain? Heel pain is a common problem. One in 10 people will have this problem at some point in their lifetime. Heel pain may go away Read more
Bunions: Symptoms and Treatment Options
posted: Oct. 01, 2019.

With the ability to cause nagging discomfort throughout the day and prohibit daily movements as simple as walking, bunions can quickly turn from a barely noticeable bump on your toe, Read more