Podiatrist’s Foot & Ankle Care Blog

 

A broken foot is one of the most debilitating injuries one can face, due to the fact that it hinders your ability to walk. A speedy recovery is ideal when dealing with broken bones, especially when it comes to broken bones within the feet. The recovery period is usually 6-8 weeks, but taking care of… Read more »

One out of ten broken bones is reported to be in the feet. When an object crushes, bends, or stretches the bone beyond acceptable ranges, bones break. A break in the foot is either a fracture or a straight break. The location of any break can tell you how the break happened. Toes, for instance,… Read more »

Everyone sweats from time to time, whether it be from nervousness, hot weather, or exercise. While most people sweat as a result of external factors, there are some who excessively sweat without any outside interference. The condition affecting these people is called hyperhidrosis, which leads to excessive sweating in many areas of the body. One… Read more »

Hyperhidrosis of the feet, also termed plantar hyperhidrosis, is characterized by excessive sweating of the feet that can be onset by any cause, such as exercise, fever, or anxiety. Most people suffering from hyperhidrosis of the feet also experience hyperhidrosis of the hands, or palmar hyperhidrosis. Approximately 1-2% of Americans suffer from this disorder. Sweating… 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.