Foot problems can put a stop to outdoor fun and decrease quality of life. Luckily, there are things you can do to heal. Here are three ways your foot specialist can help you get back on your feet! Try Inserts Feet are like people. Each one is special and unique. Over-the-counter inserts can provide a measure...

Ingrown toenails can be extremely painful. They can cause swelling and bleeding, and also lead to a bacterial or fungal toenail infection. While you may be able to treat a minor ingrown toenail yourself, in most cases it’s best to have them treated by your foot doctor for complete relief and to avoid unnecessary complications. 3...

In recognition of American Heart Month, it’s the perfect time to raise awareness about circulation problems like peripheral artery disease that can lead to severe problems like heart attack and stroke. Peripheral artery disease (PAD) is caused by excessive fat deposits in the lining of your arteries that often causes adverse symptoms in the feet and...

Skin cancer is often associated with excessive exposure to ultraviolet light so many people believe they are unlikely to develop skin cancer on their feet. This is not the case. In fact, some of the most dangerous tumors start growing on the feet unnoticed. One type of cancer can grow hidden under your toenails mimicking toenail...

While professional athletes and practitioners of dance may be more susceptible to experiencing a foot or ankle fracture, just engaging in a regular exercise program or vigorous work puts considerable stress on the feet. You can help avoid foot and ankle injuries and fractures by wearing properly fitted shoes with custom orthotic devices. The type of...

November is American Diabetes Month and a time when we pay particular attention to the explosive growth of diabetes and the major foot complications that can plague sufferers. Nerve damage from diabetes can cause foot numbness so that cuts and other foot damage goes undetected until the problem has worsened. A diabetic foot ulcer can lead...

Ankle injuries are among the most common problems treated by foot doctors. An ankle sprain or strain often happens without warning by rolling your foot over while playing sports or by awkwardly stepping on a curb while crossing the street. The ankle joint consists of many bones, ligaments, and other tissues that are susceptible to stress...

September is Fall Prevention Awareness Month, and one of the best ways to improve balance and prevent falls is with custom orthotic shoe inserts and braces that can also help with many other foot and ankle problems. Improper arch support and pronation problems can be corrected along with corresponding knee, hip, and back pain. Expertly made...

Many issues can contribute to the ball of the foot becoming swollen and painful. The ball of the foot absorbs nearly as much force as the heel area with every step making the three middle toe bones more susceptible to injury and swelling. Pain in the ball of the foot can be caused by everything from stress...

Your feet contain about 250,000 sweat glands each, which is way more than any other part of your body, so it’s no wonder that moisture-related foot odor is a major cause of trips to your foot doctor’s office. Bacteria and fungi love the moist environment inside your shoes so taking steps to keep your feet clean...