Podiatrist’s Foot & Ankle Care Blog

 

Hammertoe, a common foot deformity, can be attributed to various underlying factors, including rheumatoid arthritis, bunions, and corns. Rheumatoid arthritis, an autoimmune condition characterized by inflammation in the joints, can lead to the weakening of the muscles and ligaments in the toes, causing them to contract and deform over time. Similarly, bunions, bony protrusions that… Read more »

Hammertoes are painful deformities that frequently form on the second, third, or fourth toe. The condition is often caused by an issue in foot mechanics. This can be caused by the person’s specific gait or the manner in which they walk, or by shoes that do not comfortably fit the deformity.  Hammertoes can be formed… Read more »

Have your child’s feet been examined lately? Healthy feet are happy feet. If your child is complaining of foot pain, it may be a sign of underlying problems.

Rheumatoid arthritis, abbreviated RA, is a chronic autoimmune disorder that primarily targets the joints, often causing inflammation, pain, and stiffness. When it comes to the feet, RA can manifest in various ways, affecting both the joints and surrounding tissues. A common symptom is morning stiffness, where the feet feel tender and stiff upon waking or… Read more »

Rheumatoid Arthritis is a chronic progressive disease that attacks several joints throughout the body. It is an autoimmune disease in which the body’s immune system mistakenly attacks the joints. As a result, the tissue inside the joints, called synovium, starts to thicken and causes pain around the joints. The synovium is responsible for creating a… Read more »