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• updated: Nov. 01, 2023

Millions of people in America suffer from diabetes, which often leads to complications in their feet. Diabetes impairs the body’s ability to regulate blood glucose levels. This, in turn, disrupts Read More

• updated: Nov. 25, 2025

The calf muscles are located at the back of the lower leg and are responsible for the way our feet and ankles move. Tight calf muscles can affect the position Read More

• updated: Nov. 01, 2023

Fall is the start of the season for many sporting events. If you're trying a new physical activity or sport, it's important to practice injury prevention. Have a foot or ankle Read More

• updated: Nov. 25, 2025

A bunion is a bony lump that can form along the outside of the foot at the base of the big toe joint. This is a common type of deformity Read More

• updated: Nov. 25, 2025

Athlete’s foot is a common fungal infection of the skin on the feet. It is characterized by dry, peeling skin that is red, itchy, and may also sting and burn. Read More

• updated: Nov. 01, 2023

The metatarsophalangeal (MTP) joint connects the toes to the rest of the feet. The MTP joint that is located at the base of the big toe, in particular, is a Read More

• updated: Nov. 01, 2023

Painful deformities, such as hammertoes, can be treated. Stop living with foot pain, and have beautiful feet again! Tweet Read More

• updated: Nov. 01, 2023

Heel pain is extremely common and is typically caused by small, repetitive injuries to the heel over time. Most heel pain is localized under and in front of the heel, Read More

• updated: Nov. 01, 2023

There are several different reasons why many patients experience foot pain during the night. One common cause can be due to plantar fasciitis, where pain in the heel can be felt Read More

• updated: Nov. 01, 2023

The term “shin splints” refers to pain along the shin bone in the lower leg that is caused by overuse. They are a common problem among athletes and people who Read More

• updated: Nov. 01, 2023

A change in the alignment of the bones in the foot may result in a bunion. Bunions appear as a bony protrusion that forms on the side of the big toe, Read More

• updated: Nov. 01, 2023

Many elderly people visit a podiatrist for proper foot care. It is essential to have toenails properly trimmed, and the feet need to be inspected for minor cuts and bruises. Read More

• updated: Nov. 01, 2023

For many, summertime means time to get out and get active. Before trying a new sport or physical activity, be sure to properly stretch and gradually increase intensity to prevent Read More

• updated: Nov. 01, 2023

The big toe is most commonly affected when an ingrown toenail develops. An ingrown toenail is defined as the nail growing into the skin instead of over it. This can Read More

• updated: Nov. 25, 2025

We often associate arthritis in the feet with aging, but there are many types of arthritis that can strike at any age. Osteoarthritis tends to be one of the more Read More

• updated: Nov. 01, 2023

The Achilles tendon is a tough band of tissue located at the back of the calf that connects the calf muscles to the heel bone. This tendon is a frequent Read More