Can a Podiatrist Diagnose Foot Cramps? Three Ways They Can Help
Have your toes ever felt like they were burning and itching? These are common symptoms of athletes foot, according to Web MD. Athletes foot is caused by a fungal infection of the top layer of skin. Because athletes often have damp, sweaty feet, and share changing...
What to Do if You’ve Injured Your Foot or Ankle Playing Soccer
The main soccer injuries of the foot and ankle are contusions, sprains and fractures. Contusions result from tissue injury, while sprains and fractures result from ligament and bone injury respectively. The main causes of these injuries are: Making a sharp turn Being...
Treatment Options for Common Foot and Ankle Problems
The Most Common Foot Conditions and How to Treat Them Heel pain is likely the most common problem most podiatrist treat. Heel pain can happen for many reasons but the most common of these is a condition known as plantar fasciitis. This used to be called “heel...
Maintaining Foot Health While Golfing
Your feet play an important role in developing or maintaining a low handicap status in golf. Each foot (the lead foot which is closest to the flag and the trail foot which is furthest from the flag) has its own role in accepting weight, transferring weight and...
Have You Checked the Health of Your Shoes?
Shoes have a tough life – they’re bumped and scuffed through dust and dirt and mud, and worn for hours every day. It’s no surprise, then, that keeping your footwear in good shape is key to keeping your feet healthy. Make sure they’re the right size. It may...
Warts are Caused by a Virus
We are looking for feet with warts. Warts are caused by a virus. So they are contagious. Spring and summer is the season for warts to spread. Summertime and shoes are off. Frequently we are around the pool where the surface is wet. That’s where warts thrive...
What’s Involved in Laser Treatment for Toenail Fungus?
Toenail fungus infections are very common and in most cases, people suffering from toenail fungus use topical treatments, oral medications or home remedies to alleviate the situation. However, toenail fungus laser treatment is the latest development in the realm of...
How to Know When It’s Time for New Orthotics
Orthotics can be extremely helpful in providing support for your feet, but as with all other frequently used items, the results of consistent wear-and-tear will make it necessary to replace them eventually. Below are three key indicators to help you determine whether...