Podiatrist’s Foot & Ankle Care Blog

 

Ankle pain is one of the top health complaints among runners. The very nature of running, the constant jarring impacts of each step, leads itself to this form of pain. So, as a runner, what can you do to prevent ankle pain? Luckily, there’s a lot you can do to minimize the pain and even… Read more »

Most problems people experience in their feet or legs can be treated by a podiatrist. These two parts of the body are often intertwined in terms of symptoms, cause, and treatment. If you’re experiencing Achilles tendonitis, you should definitely seek the assistance of a professional podiatrist who is trained to understand the causes and remedies… Read more »

Diabetes is the major reason why patients need amputation of toes, feet or legs. Diabetics often get wound or cuts on their feet and don’t realize they are there because of neuropathy, when they can’t feet their feet. This combined with the bottom of a foot being in a moist environment can be detrimental to… Read more »

Heel injuries can impact youth athletes in just about any sport, and they can devastate their performance capabilities. However, it is possible to prevent these problems or at least keep them from getting worse. Here’s what you need to know about this concern. Strengthening Heel Muscles The best way to prevent heel injury is to… Read more »

Not sure if you should visit a foot specialist or not? Here are several cases where visiting a foot care specialist is a very good idea – sooner rather than later. Exercise-Related Injuries Are you starting a new workout plan? Maybe you’ve begun running, or your switching to a different type of cardio, or you… Read more »