So, you’ve heard the words flat feet pronation, but what is it? Pronation is a commonly used word to describe motion in your foot that naturally occurs. It’s a term you may have heard from a shoe salesman or if you’ve read about a potential cause of injuries during your athletic endeavors. Knowing this, let…
The subtalar joint is the most complicated joint of the foot. This can lead to subtalar joint arthritis and the pain can significantly reduce your mobility. We will explain how this amazing joint works and what can be done both conservatively and surgically. Ideally, we all share with you some new approaches that may delay…
Are you considering plantar fibroma surgery? Fibromas are a benign growth of fibrous tissue that can develop in various parts of the body. Fibroma is classified as a hyperproliferation of fibrous tissue. They may occur in the uterus or in places like the hand as examples. When this occurs on the palm of the…
We have been seeing more and more glimpses of normality now that the world is coming out of the COVID pandemic, but those of us in the healthcare community are seeing what is suspected to be adverse effects of the vaccine. Yes, there is controversy about the vaccine, and yes, many question the risk of…
The Achilles tendon is the largest tendon in our body and can be prone to injury. A lot of stress is placed on the tendon as it is responsible to lift your heel off the ground and propel our body forward when we walk or run. It also plays a function in helping us to…
Eight Elderly Foot Care Tips Your feet are complicated. They are comprised of one-fourth of all the bones in your body. The demand that we put on them throughout a lifetime is enormous. Some would call the foot an engineering feat. By the time you are a senior, many hours have been spent on your…
Your feet are an important part of the human body. They allow you to walk, run, and jump.
Podiatrists Recommend Laser Toenail Fungus Removal as the best treatment option! Fungal nails and onychomycotic nails are a common concern, and impact more than 20 percent of people overall. They are common in 75 percent of the senior population, but for most the problem is not a painful one but rather, an embarrassing problem. Many…
Diabetes is becoming more common worldwide. It is known that the number of people with diabetes is soaring. Countries where diabetes used to be rare such as China are seeing a significant increase. Why is that? Many experts would agree it’s the increase in spread of the American diet worldwide which can cause obesity ,one…
What Is Neuropathy? Neuro comes from the Greek word neuron, which means nerve, and Pathy comes from the Greek word pathos meaning affliction or condition. So, the word neuropathy simply means your nerves aren’t working properly. You may commonly hear the term peripheral neuropathy. Peripheral means away from the central nervous system, which includes the…