Foot Care

Don`t ignore foot pain. It`s not normal. If the pain persists, contact our office.

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General Tips

The following are general tips for taking care of your feet. Don`t ignore foot pain. It`s not normal. If the pain persists, contact our office. Inspect your feet regularly. Pay […]

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Athletic Foot Care

Whether you are a professional athlete or play sports just for fun, the demands made on your feet and lower limbs can lead to a range of injuries, including blisters, […]

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Blisters

Most blisters are caused by friction or minor burns and do not require medical attention. New skin will form underneath the affected area and the fluid is simply absorbed. You […]

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Burning Feet

Burning feet are a common complaint among many groups of people, most commonly those over 50 years of age and in diabetics. There are many causes. Heavy alcohol use may […]

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Bunion Prevention

Bunions are misaligned big toe joints that can become swollen and tender, causing the first joint of the big toe to slant outward, and the second joint to angle toward […]

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Children`s Feet

Children with strong, healthy feet often avoid many kinds of lower extremity problems later in life. Contact our office to have your children`s feet and lower extremities examined. Infants The […]

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Corns and Calluses

Corns and calluses are protective layers of compacted, dead skin cells. They are caused by repeated friction from skin rubbing against bony areas or against an irregularity in a shoe. […]

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Diabetic Foot Care

With a diabetic foot, a wound as small as a blister from wearing a shoe that`s too tight can cause a lot of damage. Here`s some basic advice for taking […]

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Foot Care For Seniors

Experts say that problems with our feet can be the first sign of more serious medical conditions such as arthritis, diabetes, and nerve and circulatory disorders. Here are some foot […]

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Fungus Problems

Experts say that problems with our feet can be the first sign of more serious medical conditions such as arthritis, diabetes, and nerve and circulatory disorders.

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Ingrown Toe Nail Problems

Ingrown nails are nails whose corners or sides dig painfully into the skin, often causing infection. They are frequently caused by improper nail trimming, but also by shoe pressure, injury, […]

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Nutrition For Your Feet

Your feet may be one of the first places to see the effects of osteoporosis. A stress fracture in the foot is often the first sign. There is a lot […]

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Foot Odor and Smelly Feet

The feet and hands contain more sweat glands than any other part of the body (about 3,000 glands per square inch). Feet smell for two reasons: you wear shoes and […]

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Pedicures

Take these precautions after having a pedicure: Soak your feet in warm soapy water for approximately 10 minutes. This helps soften and clean skin and nails. After the foot soaking, […]

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Self-exam

Balance. A good test for balance involves standing on one foot, with your arms out to the side and your eyes closed. If you are less than 30 years old, […]

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Women`s Feet

Because women have traditionally played the role of homemaker, they have been on their feet a lot more than men. Today, with more women entering the workforce and wearing shoes […]

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Your Feet at Work

Productive workers depend on their ability to use feet safely, with ease and comfort. When your job requires you to stand on your feet for long periods, work in potentially […]

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Self Assessment Quiz

The Foot Health Foundation of America offers this simple quiz to pinpoint any warning signs of foot and ankle problems: (See bottom for scoring.) Scoring 0 – 20 points:  Congratulations!    Your feet […]

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