Cracked feet can be painful. Instead of letting the pain persist, learn how to take care of your feet and protect them. Proper foot care will keep your feet looking smooth and feeling great. Keep Those Feet Looking Sleek! Avoiding the wrong shoe—sandals and flip-flops aren’t always best. Open-back shoes and shoes with skinny heels […]
Get Feet Ready for Fall!
You may not know this, but when fall is in the air, your feet can take quite a beating. As a result, you and your toes need to be prepared. As the weather gets colder, your toes can suffer from the drop. Thankfully, you can give your feet the proper care by following these tips. […]
Do Your Toenails Resemble a Rainbow?
When your toenails are healthy, they will be a transparent color. Unfortunately, when they begin to resemble a rainbow, you need to see a podiatrist right away as it can be an underlying issue causing the change. What Toenail Colors Mean Staining—when you wear nail polish for more than a week, it will stain your […]
Raynaud’s Disease Can Be Treated
Raynaud’s disease is a condition that causes issues with blood flow. It can happen because of stress, but there are other factors that make this a serious health issue. It can damage blood flow and cause numbness, cold and prickly feelings, and a change in color. If you experience any of these symptoms, you need […]
Don’t Let Athlete’s Foot Near Your Feet
If you are a person who consistently has damp shoes, you should know that this will cause a fungal infection known as athlete’s foot. The most significant indicators that you might have gotten this ailment are feelings of itching, burning, and noticing a red, scaly rash. While it commonly appears on feet, it can occur […]
Head to Your Podiatrist to Heal Those Feet!
Your feet play such a big part in how you can function. However, throughout your life, you will see that they need help in keeping you upright and mobile. That is where you gain the benefits of a podiatrist. Instead of letting problems get worse, you will be able to have feet that look and […]
Tips to Avoid Falling
When we walk, falling may be something that doesn’t cross our minds at all. However, as we get older, thousands of people fall each year, leaving people disabled or breaking bones. The fear of falling has become more apparent as a result. If you take the proper measures, however, you can ensure that you remain […]
Prevent Haglund’s Deformity Before You Need Surgery
Haglund’s Deformity causes pain and discomfort when you walk, and you may need help with controlling your movement. You may also find that you need to manage your pain to walk more comfortably. A podiatrist can help you in these areas and others so that you don’t have to face surgery. Preventing Haglund’s Deformity Medication—your […]
Plantar Fasciitis. Who is at Risk?
Plantar fasciitis occurs when you have a great deal of tension and stress on the area. Small tears will occur, and when this happens repeatedly, it can lead to complications. If you notice that you are experiencing a stabbing pain near the heel or discomfort after you wake up or stand for long periods, chances […]
Avoid Nail Fungus and Show Off Your Toes
While nail fungus can occur at any age, older people are more at risk. If you are someone that has diabetes, you are at a higher risk because of the problems you may have with circulation. Nail fungus discolors your toenails and makes them crumble and smell, however, there are simple steps that you can […]