April is National Foot Health Awareness Month and we’d like to use this time to bring awareness to arthritis, a joint condition that can cause chronic foot pain. When one or more of your toe joints gets inflamed, it leads to arthritis. Those with this condition may have difficulty walking and participating in activities and […]
Just this year, over 200,000 Americans will be diagnosed with Morton’s neuroma. Despite how common it is, some still aren’t aware of the condition and its effects on your feet. Morton’s neuroma is a nerve disorder that affects the toes, creating pain and difficulty walking. It can be difficult to manage and treat, but there […]
Wondering why your feet are in pain this winter? Ice and snow can lead to more falls and ankle injuries. But did you know that dropping temperatures can increase discomfort in your feet? Let’s take a look at why foot pain is so common during the winter and what you can do about it! Why […]
It’s the holidays again, which means plenty of shopping, cooking and entertaining. It also means a whole lot of foot pain at this time of year. However, you don’t have to suffer. Follow these easy tips for preventing holiday foot pain. Watch your diet. With all the food around, it’s natural to put on a […]
No one likes pain, and it can be debilitating and negatively affect the quality of your life. September is Pain Awareness Month and is an excellent time to explore the different kinds of foot pain you might experience and what it might mean. There are many types of pain and several causes for each one. […]
As you age, all the steps you’ve taken every day add up, and the components of your feet and ankles begin to break down more often. With many people experiencing systemic diseases like peripheral artery disease and diabetes as they mature, there’s a concomitant increase in skin and nail conditions, among others. Seeing your foot […]
Arch problems from plantar fasciitis often go hand in hand (or should we say foot in foot?) with heel pain. Many people experience heel pain as one of the first indications that they have stretches and tears in their arch tissue that radiate symptoms to the heel area. See your foot doctor for a proper diagnosis and to determine […]
Ingrown toenails are a significant point of concern for many people. Ingrown toenails can cause swelling, redness, oozing, and, unfortunately, intense pain. They can also be the avenue for fungal, viral, and bacterial infections to get a foothold. If you are getting painful ingrown toenail problems, see your foot doctor for the proper treatment. Here […]
Having pain on the top of your foot may not be as common as other foot problems, but it can make it challenging to wear shoes and move comfortably. The cause of pain on the top of the foot may be tight-fitting footwear, foot or ankle sprain injuries, and certain diseases like gout and arthritis. Since the pain can […]
You can avoid painful blisters, an annoying phenomenon, with some straightforward advice. Poorly fitting shoes are one of the major causes of blisters and several other foot and ankle problems. Correcting the source of the blisters with properly fitted shoes and orthotics will solve knee, hip, and back problems as well. Talk to your foot doctor for additional assistance. 3 […]
