Intense heel pain is hard to ignore, especially when you have to be on your feet the whole day. Plantar fasciitis is the leading cause of sharp, stabbing pain in the heels. It’s an overwork injury that can resolve by itself with proper rest and a few key techniques for most people. So, what Read More
Foot Care
What Are My Foot Fracture Treatment Options?
An adult foot has 26 bones, and they are prone to breakage due to sudden trauma to the foot, repetitive movements, and underlying health conditions such as osteoporosis. You’re likely to feel the symptoms of a foot fracture right away, which usually include foot pain, difficulty walking, a Read More
Foot and Ankle Doctor Tips to Protect Your Feet at Work
Working on your feet can take a toll on your feet and ankles. People working in occupations that require a lot of standing or walking, such as hospital staff, retail workers, and service workers, as well as those with factory and construction jobs, are at high risk of suffering from foot and ankle Read More
When to Consult a Podiatrist vs. a Pedorthist
If you have a foot problem, your best bet is to either see a podiatrist or a pedorthist. Whom you should see will depend on the exact nature of your foot problem. While podiatrists and pedrothists are both trained and qualified to care for the feet, there are significant differences between Read More
Tips for Managing Bunions
Bunions are a common foot problem affecting up to one-third of adults in the United States. A bunion forms when the bones in the front part of the foot move out of place, forcing the joint at the base of the big toe to jut outward. A bunion is characterized by a bump at the big toe joint, redness or Read More
Common Injuries Treated by a Foot and Ankle Doctor
Did you know that you have more than 100 muscles, ligaments, and tendons; 33 joints; and 26 bones in each foot? Each of these structures is a potential site for injury. Getting adequate knowledge of the common injuries that affect them—and their symptoms—is crucial for seeking prompt treatment Read More
Is Plantar Fasciitis Causing Your Heel Pain?
Your foot is made up of 28 bones, 33 joints, and over a hundred muscles, tendons, and ligaments that keep you moving through life. The plantar fascia, which runs from the heel to the toes, is one of these crucial ligaments. It supports the arch of the foot and absorbs pressure from movements that Read More
Talking to a Foot and Ankle Doctor About Athlete’s Foot
Athletes are not the only ones who are always up on their feet running. We all have things to do and places to go. However, when you do not properly manage your feet's hygiene, you may contract various kinds of infection, like athlete's foot. It is a fungal skin infection that commonly begins Read More
Why Does My Heel Hurt?
Foot pain seems inevitable for many people; it doesn’t matter whether you’re an athlete, a performer, a factory worker, or a flight attendant. Our legs and feet are highly susceptible to pain because of the constant force and pressure they endure every day just keeping us mobile. Some people Read More
Ankle Sprain: Tips for a Fast Recovery
Our ankles have a limited range of movement, but that small range of motion gives us the amazing ability to walk and run. Because we use them so often, our ankles are likely to get injured. In particular, an ankle sprain is a common injury that occurs when the ligaments in your ankle are Read More
