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Hammer Toes

Hammer Toes

Hammer toes are little toes that buckle or curl under. Toe joints curl because of a muscle imbalance or tight tendons. This bending causes the toe to appear like an upside-down V when looked at from the side. Hammer toes are more common in females than males These toes, over time, may hurt and make […]
What is Plantar Fascitis?

What is Plantar Fascitis?

The plantar fascia is a ligament like band that runs from your heel to the ball of the foot. The band pulls on the heel, raising the arch of the foot as it pushes off the ground. If the foot does not move correctly the plantar fascia may become strained, causing tiny fibers to fray […]
What is Podiatry?

What is Podiatry?

A Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM), is a medical specialist who diagnoses and treats conditions affecting the foot, ankle, and structures of the leg Podiatrists are the most qualified doctors to care for your feet. They complete four years of training in a podiatric medical school and three years of hospital residency training. This training […]
Neuromas

Neuromas

A Neuroma is a painful growth of nerve tissue in the foot that forms when bones in the feet press together and irritate a nerve. Repeated stress on the foot or wearing ill fitted shoes is usually the cause. As the nerve irritation gets worse a person may feel a sharp, burning pain in the […]
Foot and Ankle Sports Injuries

Foot and Ankle Sports Injuries

Proper care of your feet and ankles is the first step in injury prevention. Stretching daily will help keep your muscles, tendons and ligaments from tightening up during your activity. A good way to prevent stress fractures is to gradually increase activity to desired level. Custom orthotics can be placed in your running shoes, cleats […]
Endoscopic Plantar Fasciotomy

Endoscopic Plantar Fasciotomy

Endoscopic Plantar Fasciotomy or EPF is a surgery used to treat chronic strain of the plantar fascia. Plantar Fascia is a ligament-like band that runs along the bottom of the foot resulting in pain on the inside of the foot where the arch and heel meet if strained. If medication and devices to control foot […]
Diabetic Foot Ulcers

Diabetic Foot Ulcers

Anyone who has diabetes can develop a foot ulcer. A diabetic foot ulcer is an open sore or wound that usually occurs on the bottom of the foot. Lack of feeling in the foot, poor circulation, irritation and trauma and duration of diabetes are a variety of factors that cause foot ulcers to form. Neuropathy, […]
Peripheral Vascular Disease

Peripheral Vascular Disease

Peripheral Vascular Disease is a condition in which the arteries that carry blood to the arms and legs become clogged, slowing or stopping blood flow including the feet. It is a gradual process where by cholesterol and scar tissue build up inside the artery, forming plaque that clogs the artery. Complications include sores that do […]
What are Bunions?

What are Bunions?

Bunions are excess or misaligned bone in the joint that cause pain and can change the shape of the foot. Bunions are one of the most common big toe problems. Because the big toe is so important in supporting your body’s weight and balance, it is crucial that the problem be treated effectively. Bunions can […]