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• posted: Jun. 04, 2018
• Footwear,  Child Podiatry

While it might not be something you think about often (or at all), the health of your child’s feet is important. Your child is growing by leaps and bounds and Read More

• posted: May 15, 2018
• Aging Feet

As you age, it becomes even more important to take care of yourself, especially your feet. Foot health tends to decline in seniors for many reasons, including: ∙       Years of walking ∙       Improper footwear ∙       Poor circulation ∙       Diseases related Read More

• posted: Apr. 17, 2018
• Sesamoid Injuries

Everything You Need to Know About Sesamoid Injuries   Think you have a sesamoid injury? Sesamoids are bones embedded in tendons. Sesamoid injuries are often associated with activities requiring increased pressure on Read More

• posted: Apr. 02, 2018
• Claw Toes,  Mallet Toes

Understanding Claw and Mallet Toes   Think you may have mallet or claw toes? Mallet and claw toes form over years and are common in adults. Mallet and claw toes are among Read More

• posted: Feb. 20, 2018
• Achilles Tendinitis

The Achilles tendon is the largest and strongest tendon in the body, located in the back of the lower leg and connecting the heel bone to the calf muscle. This Read More

• posted: Jan. 17, 2018
• Baby Feet

A child's feet grow rapidly during the first year, reaching almost half of their adult foot size. This is why podiatrists consider the first year to be the most important Read More

• posted: Jan. 05, 2018
• Weightloss

With our feet bearing the weight of our entire body, it’s no surprise that carrying excess weight may increase the chance of developing foot problems. In fact, recent studies have Read More

• posted: Dec. 18, 2017
• Cracked Heels

Dry, cracked heels are not only unsightly, but they can also be a source of pain and embarrassment. When the fissures in your heel become so dry and cracked that Read More

• posted: Dec. 06, 2017
• Summer Feet

The summertime is a great time to show off your new sandals and allow your feet to breathe. But since the warmer months can be rough on your feet, it's Read More

• posted: Nov. 15, 2017
• Foot Health

With age, many people experience changes in their feet. This may include a change in their shape, a loss of the fatty pads that cushion the bottom of the feet, Read More

• posted: Oct. 13, 2017
• Footwear

While high-heeled shoes may look stylish or complement your favorite outfit, they are rarely the best option for a woman's feet. According to a study by the American Podiatric Medical Read More

• posted: Sep. 08, 2017
• Shin Splints

Although a shin splint is commonly used to describe various pains between the ankle and the knee, it actually refers to a specific inflammatory condition of the tibia -- a Read More

• posted: Aug. 14, 2017
• Healthy Feet

Looking fabulous in your favorite pair of heels does have a price. In fact, shoes that fit poorly or have high heels frequently cause foot problems, including calluses, corns, bunions, Read More

• posted: May 03, 2017
• Ingrown Toenails

Ingrown toenails, also known as onychocryptosis, can be annoying and painful. This common condition occurs when the surrounding skin on one or both sides of the nail grows over the Read More

• posted: Apr. 19, 2017
• Hammertoes

A hammertoe is one of the most common toe conditions, usually stemming from muscle imbalance in which the joints of the second, third, fourth or fifth toe are bent into Read More

• posted: Mar. 16, 2017
• Foot Odor

The feet have more sweat glands than any other part of the body, which means they have the ability to sweat profusely. With your feet encased in your shoes all Read More