Foot and Ankle Care and Treatment Blogs

The time of year has come when gyms brim with new life, and the healthy foods aisles of the grocery store teem with consumers dedicated to their goals for the new year. Foot and ankle care is one of the most overlooked but vital aspects of overall wellness that should...

You and your feet may be the dynamic duo—well, trio—that you never realized. And the humble heroes of your feet, your toes, deserve some extra love. Your toes keep you balanced and stable and propel you forward as you walk—they literally put an extra spring in your...

There’s nothing better than kicking off your Sunday shoes and sliding into a soft pair of slippers on a chilly evening. Life’s good, right? Well, maybe not for your feet. You may feel like your favorite pair of just-in-the-house shoes give your feet a nice little...

When was the last time you gave your socks a second thought? Most of us pull them on without a moment’s pause. But these seemingly simple pieces of fabric do far more than just keep your feet warm. In fact, socks are like your feet’s unsung heroes. They face off...

Have you ever wondered what it would really be like to walk a mile in someone else’s shoes? Well, if they didn’t choose good ones, you might experience some serious foot pain not too far into your trek. The age-old idiom isn’t just about understanding someone's...

If you have diabetes, you know that diabetic foot care is extremely important. The diagnosis of diabetes brings with it many troubling symptoms that affect the feet, including reduced blood flow to the lower extremities, nerve damage–a condition known as...

Although obesity contributes to many serious health problems, including heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and high blood pressure, the impact of excessive weight on the lower body can also lead to foot and ankle pain. Too many extra pounds on a person’s frame can make...

Runners may wear their black toenails as badges of honor, an homage to the many miles they have put into their training. However, black toenails can occur for various reasons, ranging from trauma to underlying medical conditions. If your black toenail results from...

You have probably heard that you are what you eat, but does that apply to your feet? Turns out it does! The food you consume plays a significant role in your health, including the well-being of your feet. Here’s a detailed exploration of how your daily dietary choices...

If your doctor has told you or a loved one that they have metatarsalgia, you may have a lot of questions, beginning with how to pronounce it (meh-tuh-tar-SAL-jee-uh). We’ve compiled a list of common questions and answers surrounding metatarsalgia to help you learn all...

With sweat dripping down your face, you check your pace. You are on track to break your 10K PR when you suddenly take a step that doesn’t land quite right. Pain shoots through your foot. You’re want to push on, but not sure you can. What should you do next? While...

No one is safe from the potential of developing a toenail fungus, but you can make smart choices that will lower your risk of it. Educating yourself and making wise decisions can help safeguard your toenails against the uncomfortable plight of a fungal infection. We...