The patient says, “My foot hurts like all get out.” The doctor says, “Welcome to my office. Let me take a look.” Foot doctors across the nation see a steady stream of patients who limp in complaining of excruciating heel pain. In order to diagnose…
The amazing foot The human foot provides structural support for the body, makes ambulation possible, bears the weight of the body, and endures the stress of everyday and athletic activities like running, jumping, lifting, and much more. It’s a complex structure with 33 joints and…
Veiled in myth and superstition Warts are the subject of more myth and superstition than any other skin condition. In Mark Twain’s 1876 classic, The Adventures of Tom Sawyer, Huck Finn describes one “tested” method of wart removal: “Why, you take your cat and go…
It’s that time of year when many of us get outdoors after a long idle winter. The sunny weather makes it possible to finally go jogging or work in the garden. Unfortunately a lot of people overdue it and end up with sore muscles and…
Ingrown toenails occur when the corner or the side of your toenail begins growing into the soft flesh of your toe. This usually occurs on one of your big toes rather than your other, smaller toenails. An ingrown toenail can become reddened, swollen, and be…
Deciding on a surgical treatment can feel like a big step. When it comes to bunion surgery, make it a big step in the right direction: a little preparation can go a long way to finding the surgical team that will meet and exceed your…
It’s wonderful to finally bare your feet in spring and summer after a chilly winter season. You can finally show off your gorgeous pedicure and latest sandal footwear. It’s no fun, though, if you have a case of toenail fungus. Toenail fungus is a common…
You may have seen the cartoon character ‘foot fungus’ created by advertisers of antifungal creams. While this paints a colorful picture of the frustration that can be created by a fungal infection, it falls short of explaining how this incredibly common and sometimes chronic condition…
Today, studies show that frequent high blood sugar (glucose) levels can be linked to critical issues in people who have diabetes. Moreover, the feet are specifically at risk. In fact, there are two conditions that can damage the feet (and other areas of the body)…
Whether it begins abruptly or appears progressively over time, foot pain can significantly impede both physical activities and normal daily activities. Although it can inspire some useful conventional wisdom, foot and heel pain arise from a wide variety of causes and can often indicate a…