Often seen in runners and athletes, stress fractures (aka hairline fractures) are created when repetitive pressure and stress occurs during recreational and competitive sports that involve a high degree of running, jumping, and fast stops and starts, like tennis, football, and basketball. Another major source of stress fractures occurs when a sedentary individual decides to […]
Because you may be experiencing a condition called hammertoe. Just as the name says, a hammertoe is a toe deformity that causes one or more toes to become permanently bent at the middle joint, taking on the appearance of a hammer. If the toe bends at the end, it is called a claw toe, and […]
A type of tendonitis that is often overlooked as the cause of foot and ankle pain is one that strikes the peroneal tendons that run along the side of the foot. The symptoms for peroneal tendonitis are very similar to the symptoms of plantar fasciitis, which is why you should see your podiatrist for the […]
When you take a look at your feet to see if they are up to snuff, it can be alarming to see something out of the ordinary. If you see scaling of the skin, a rash or discoloration of the toenail it can be a sign that you are dealing with a fungus infection of […]
It is well known that shoes that do not properly fit can be a foot and ankle nightmare. Shoes that are too loose or lack stability, shock absorption and support can become a major problem for your feet quite quickly. Before you go and throw out those shoes you just grabbed, stop and consider the […]
You are minding your own business, sleeping peacefully when all of a sudden you wake with intense pain. Your foot is throbbing and you don’t know why. The ache is so painful that you can’t do much else but lay there waiting for it to pass. What is this pain? It could be a serious […]
Many people know that it is important to properly care for your feet. This care also includes your toenails. Toenails that are left to their own devices can cause problems for the overall health of the foot. Not only can they grow fungus but they can also grow too long and embed themselves into the […]
When your foot or ankle is injured your first thought may be to go to your primary physician. While this is a perfectly acceptable choice, an even better option would be to make an appointment with a podiatrist. A podiatrist is a specialist who focuses on the treatment of the foot and ankle. They treat […]
Many people know that a podiatrist is a specialist who cares for the feet. Not everyone knows when to see a podiatrist though. Podiatrists treat a broad range of conditions from warts to broken feet. When it comes to the foot and ankle they have seen a broad variety of issues and have treated them […]
Walking around with pain on the side of your big toe can really cause you a lot of strife. Not only does the pain affect regular activities, it also can change the way your shoes feel on your feet. When you sit down and take a moment to take off your shoes you might notice […]
