A Doctor Just for Your Feet
If you have high arches, then you may experience some foot pain at some point in your life. If the pain is keeping you from completing your daily tasks or interfering with work, then you should speak to a podiatrist about the problem. The professional can help to reduce pain by using one of the following techniques:
Custom Orthotics
High arches are often the result of genetics, meaning that you were born with arches that are higher than usual. Read More»
Plantar fasciitis is a condition of the foot where the tendon in the foot becomes thick. It usually isn’t painful when you are moving, as the tendon is stretched out, but when you are at rest, the tendon thickens in the foot again. When you first awake, you may feel pain when you take those first steps out of bed, which is because that tendon is attempting to stretch again. The thickening of the band can be caused by a number of things, including from wearing shoes that aren’t properly fitting shoes (too tight, too small, too narrow, not enough support). Read More»
If you are a soccer player, then you are well aware that the sport is hard on your feet. Not only do you spend hours every week running, but you also kick a ball, twist in the grass a lot, and jump up and down. Over time, this activity can add up and cause damage, but the secret to a long career is learning to recognize injuries and ailments in their early stages — and then seek treatment. Read More»
Cosmetic surgery is often thought of as a surgery for the vain. However, when it comes to cosmetic foot surgery, it’s not all about vanity.
It’s true some people have cosmetic surgery to make the feet appear smaller or to add collagen to their heels. But for some, cosmetic toe surgery or foot surgery is about alleviating pain and discomfort.
Foot Deformities and Problems
It’s not uncommon for people to develop deformities on the feet due to corns, calluses, bunions, hammertoes, or other issues. Read More»
Ingrown toenails can cause severe pain, inflammation, and infection. They can be caused by improperly trimming the toenails, tight shoes, and injuries to the toe. In severe cases, your podiatrist may need to perform a surgical procedure to remove the tissue in which the toenail is embedded. While you should make an appointment with your podiatrist to evaluate your ingrown toenail, consider the following conservative non-surgical treatments while you are waiting for your doctor’s appointment. Read More»
