Bunions are a very common toe deformity that has a hereditary component but is also exacerbated by tight-fitting shoes. Since bunions tend to develop slowly, many people don’t notice them or choose to ignore them until they become more painful. A bunion can also push your other toes together causing overlapping problems, so be sure […]
Arthritic diseases affect the lining of your joints, causing inflammation and pain as bones start to rub against each other directly with little or no cushioning. Arthritic conditions often first occur in the extremities, with the hands and feet being among the first areas of the body to be affected. Getting treatment early for arthritis […]
The wide band of tissue that spans the bottom of your foot (the plantar fascia) can become stressed, irritated, and inflamed from excessive pressure leading to severe pain and discomfort that often radiates to the heel area. This common condition is called plantar fasciitis. Since this condition can be tricky to trace and treat, be […]
Many people equate the chances of getting skin cancer with excessive sun exposure. Since your feet don’t usually get much sun, you might think that you don’t have to worry about getting skin cancer on your feet. However, this is a misconception. In fact, many advanced cases of skin cancer are found on the feet […]
Ankle sprains are one of the most common injuries seen by foot doctors. It often happens unexpectedly with the full weight of your body behind the foot as it rolls over and stretches out the tendons and ligaments that typically hold your ankle joint together. Even a minor sprain needs to be properly evaluated and […]
Arch problems can happen suddenly from an injury or maybe the result of structural abnormalities like untreated flat feet. The pain can radiate to other areas of the foot, making it difficult to trace the source without the help of your foot doctor. Some of the causes of arch pain include the following: Structural problems […]
Many people tend to take their poor feet for granted until a nagging foot or ankle injury or other problem finally gets them to visit their foot doctor. A better strategy would be to have regular visits with your podiatrist to evaluate potential issues before they worsen and require more aggressive treatment or even […]
Getting a fungal infection on your toenails can cause the nails to turn yellow and brittle, and the bugs that cause the infection often emit a foul odor as they feed on your body. The same microorganisms that cause athlete’s foot also are the cause of fungal toenail infection. Once this infection spreads underneath […]
When the sharp corner or edge of your toenail grows sideways into the tender skin on your toe, it can cause severe pain, bleeding, oozing, and infection that can be difficult to treat without help from your foot doctor properly. Sometimes ingrown toenails can occur without causing any pain and discomfort, but when those […]
A painful foot cramp or spasm can strike seemingly out of nowhere and have you cringing and rolling on the floor. While the cause of many cramps is poor hydration, cramping can also be exacerbated or caused by systemic illnesses such as diabetes, peripheral artery disease, and other circulation issues. The pain and locking […]
