What to Expect from Regenerative Treatments for Foot Arthritis
Technology has made a world of difference in the field of medicine, especially as it allowed medical professionals to save lives and prolong the lives of their patients. Millions of people across the world reap the benefits of these developments. Individuals suffering from foot and ankle arthritis can make the most out of these innovations […]
Pregnancy and Foot Pain
“Now I’m pregnant, but what is causing me to have foot pain?” Pregnancy triggers several different changes in a woman’s body. Due to the natural weight gain during pregnancy, a woman’s center of gravity is completely altered. This change in the center of gravity forces you to stand differently, adding pressure to the knees and […]
Toenail Fungus
I shower regularly but my toenails look yellow, thick, and like something is growing under them. What’s wrong with my nails? Toenail fungus doesn’t play favorites with any special type of person. It doesn’t matter if you’re clean, dirty, or have never had a pedicure, fungus will appear whether you want it to or not. […]
What to Avoid If You Have an Ankle Injury
Injuries are common when accidents happen. The thing is, anyone can be involved in an accident, whether you are driving a car or an athlete going on foot. One of the most common types of injury that you can encounter is an ankle injury, which is caused by damage to the ankle joint structure. Your […]
Can Walking Help with Foot Arthritis?
Arthritis is widely experienced by millions of people, with it being the number cause of disability in the country. There are several types of arthritis, one of them being osteoarthritis (OA), which also affects the feet. The thing about OA is that it is also the most common kind. If you have been diagnosed with […]
High Heels and How These Could Contribute to Foot Pain
The holiday season is all about gatherings and festivities left and right. This is the season when many people switch their sneakers to high heels, whether it’s boots, slingbacks, and stilettos, among many others. While these heels definitely add height, they can also be a cause of foot pain and even do a number on […]
Signs That You Have Foot and Ankle Arthritis
When people talk about arthritis, the most common area they think about are the knees, elbows, shoulders, and hips. Many patients fail to consider that the feet can also suffer from this disease, which means that they fail to address their conditions. The thing with foot and ankle arthritis is that it can affect your […]
What is Toenail Fungus and How Do You Deal with It?
Any person can have an infection if they get in contact with fungi or if the conditions are right for it. Toenail fungus is one of the most common fungal infections for all kinds of individuals. If you want to minimize your chances of contracting this foot condition, the key is being aware of what […]
4 Effective Ways to Keep Your Diabetic Feet Healthy
Many people tend to take their feet for granted, but we believe that the feet are one of the more underappreciated parts of the body. These help us go where we need to and they remain at the core of almost everything we do. Since our feet undergo a lot of wear and tear, taking […]
How To Monitor Your Feet With Diabetes
If you are a patient with an established history of neuropathy, diabetes, or vascular issues, you should be seeing a Podiatrist every 3 months for routine care. If you have any open wounds, you should be seen every 2 weeks. During the time between visits, here are three ways to monitor your care at home! […]