Podiatrist’s Foot & Ankle Care Blog
Flip flops are often a popular choice of footwear for many people. Flip flops allow your feet to breathe and give your toes the freedom of movement. They are easy to slip on and can be worn with virtually any style of clothing. Flip flops, however, despite their many benefits, can be detrimental for your… Read more »
Have you noticed a bony protrusion on the side of your big toe? If so, you may have developed the foot condition known as a bunion. Don’t let bunions interfere with your daily activities.
Toenail fungus, also known as onychomycosis, is an infection that leads to the destruction of the nails as they become discolored, yellowed, thickened, and brittle, often causing them to break. The variety of fungi that cause onychomycosis thrive in dark, warm, and moist environments such as sweaty shoes, showers, and public locker rooms and pools. Risk… Read more »
Fungal infection of the toenail, or onychomycosis, typically appears as a gradual change in a toenail’s texture and color that involves brittleness and darkening. The fungal infection itself occurs beneath the surface of the nail. Aside from discoloration, other symptoms include the collection of debris beneath the nail plate, white marks on the nail plate,… Read more »
The medical term for Sever’s Disease is calcaneal apophysitis. It is an uncomfortable foot condition that can affect active teenagers and children as they reach adolescence. It occurs as a result of different growing speeds of the tendons and growth plate in the heel. This can cause the tendons to become tight, putting stress on… Read more »
