Heel Pain Treatment: Causes, Symptoms, and When to See a Specialist Heel pain is one of the most common foot problems affecting people of all ages. It can develop suddenly or gradually and often worsens after prolonged periods of standing, walking, or taking the first steps in the morning. No [...]
October Chill, Cold Feet: How Fall Weather Affects Your Circulation and Foot Health As the temperatures drop and the air turns crisp, many people start to notice changes in their feet—cold toes, dry skin, or increased discomfort. It’s not your imagination. Fall weather can have a significant effect on circulation [...]
Fall Fitness and Foot Pain: Managing Plantar Fasciitis as You Get Active As the leaves begin to fall and temperatures cool down, many of us feel inspired to get outside, move more, and recommit to a healthy routine. Whether it’s walking in the crisp air, hiking scenic trails, or starting [...]
Why Going Barefoot Isn’t Always a Walk in the Park Barefoot walks on the grass or a quick stroll across the driveway might seem harmless—but they can actually put your feet at risk. As the weather warms up and outdoor activities increase, it’s important to know the potential dangers of [...]
Athlete’s Foot Prevention & Treatment Athlete’s foot, also known as tinea pedis, is a common fungal infection that affects the skin on the feet, particularly between the toes. It can cause itching, redness, scaling, and discomfort. The good news is that athlete’s foot is preventable and treatable. Here’s what you [...]
Spring Break Ready: Preparing Your Feet for Sandals As the temperatures rise and spring break approaches, it’s time to swap out your winter boots for your favorite sandals. But before you slip into those open-toed shoes, it’s essential to make sure your feet are healthy, smooth, and ready to shine. [...]
Controlling Diabetes During the Pandemic If you are diabetic, do not delay care out of fear of COVID exposure. People with Type 2 diabetes are at increased risk of severe illness from the virus that causes COVID-19, but the complications of neglecting foot care can be grave as well and [...]
What Are COVID Toes? While coronavirus patients most commonly have a fever, cough, or shortness of breath, “COVID toes” are another potential sign of a coronavirus infection. COVID toes, which can also be found in fingers, can manifest as swollen spots or purplish discolorations. Some people also experience blisters, itching, [...]
Flat Feet Flat feet, or pronated feet, occurs when the arches inside of your feet are flattened. Tendons in both your foot and lower leg work together to create arches. When they fail, the fallen arch makes your foot flat. To test for flat feet, you can wet your feet, [...]
Neuromas Neuromas, or pinched nerves, are thickened areas of nerve tissue which cause pain, burning, tingling or numbness. Morton’s neuroma, which occurs between the third and fourth toes, is the most common neuroma. A neuroma can develop when a nerve is compressed or irritated. Potential causes are Wearing shoes with [...]
