Browse our library of articles to learn more about foot and ankle conditions, injuries, and care tips.
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Don’t play with foot pain!
During spring sports season, many young athletes play with seemingly normal but persistent foot pain. “Playing through the pain” is often viewed as a badge…
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Don’t underestimate puncture wounds!
Stepping barefoot on a small sliver of glass may only hurt a minute but don’t minimize a puncture wound. Puncture wounds are different than cuts.…
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Don’t get caught flat-footed!
Are fallen arches—or flat feet—a real foot problem or just a label for chronically sore feet? Fallen arches are a legitimate medical condition affecting five…
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Don’t ignore foot ulcers!
Ulcers, or open skin sores, can develop anywhere on the body, including the legs and feet. They may signal an underlying condition and take a…
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Don’t let foot pain handicap your golf game!
As local golfers head out to the links this summer, they should be aware of potentially serious foot problems that can result from years ofplaying…
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Five foot and ankle problems you should never ignore
Patients with foot or ankle issues often put off going to the doctor when they’re in sick or in pain. But most foot and ankle…
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Five myths about foot care
After seeing foot and ankle patients for more than 30 years, I have heard many myths about foot care. Misinformation can pose risks, soit’s important…
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Foot pain? You may have diabetes.
Do you ever feel burning, tingling or numbness in your feet and toes? It could be a warning sign of diabetes. These symptoms may be…
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Get off on the right foot to successfully lose weight!
More than two thirds of American adults are overweight or obese, and many are trapped in a vicious cycle when they try to lose weight.…
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Going barefoot? Here are some safety tips.
Wearing shoes is the best way to protect your family’s feet from injuries. But if your summer just wouldn’t be the same without kicking off…
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Got gout?
A sudden, severe attack of pain in the big toe may be a sign of gout. Once known as the “disease of kings” because of…
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Heel pain? It may be your Achilles tendon.
You don’t have to be a professional athlete to injure your Achilles tendon. “Weekend warrior” athletes who overdo it are at risk of this injury.…