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Plantar Warts

Plantar warts are growths that typically appear on the heels or other weight-bearing areas of the feet. These warts are caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV). The virus enters the body through brea... read more..

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Definition and Causes of Plantar Warts

Plantar warts are small, rough growths that appear on the soles of the feet. They are caused by an infection with the human papillomavirus, commonly known as HPV. This virus enters the skin throu read more..

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Foot Surgery

In most cases, foot surgery is often chosen as the last available option for conditions that have otherwise been unsuccessfully treated. Surgery may be necessary for several reasons, including the rem... read more..

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Benefits and Risks of Foot Fusion Surgery

Foot fusion surgery, medially termed arthrodesis, is a procedure that permanently fuses one or more joints in the foot to improve stability and relieve pain. Foot fusion surgery is often recommen read more..

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Are Bunions Affecting Your Everyday Life?

Have you noticed a bony protrusion on the side of your big toe? If so, you may have developed the foot condition known as a bunion. Don't let bunions interfere with your daily activities. read more..

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Blisters

Blisters are pockets of fluid that occur under the top layer of your skin. These fluid pockets are usually filled with pus, blood, or serum. Blisters may itch or hurt and can appear as a single bubble... read more..

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Causes and Prevention of Heel Blisters

Heel blisters are fluid-filled bubbles that form on the skin due to friction, pressure, or heat. They are common among people who spend long hours walking, running, or wearing poorly fitting shoe read more..

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Systemic Diseases of the Foot

There are several systemic diseases, or diseases that affect the whole body, that either display symptoms in the feet or affect the health of the feet. Common systemic diseases that affect the overall... read more..

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Systemic Sclerosis and Foot Health

Systemic sclerosis, or scleroderma, is a rare autoimmune disease that causes skin and connective tissues to harden and tighten, often impacting the feet. This condition affects blood vessels and read more..

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Hammertoe

Hammertoe is a foot deformity that occurs due to an imbalance in the tendons, muscles, or ligaments that are responsible for holding the toes in their normal position. This condition may be caused by ... read more..

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Hammertoe Anatomy and Treatment

Hammertoe is a foot deformity where one or more toes bend abnormally at the middle joint, causing a downward curve resembling a hammer. This misalignment often affects the second, third, or fourt read more..

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Geriatrics and Podiatry

Bone density loss, dry skin, poor circulation, and rough and brittle nails are some of the common problems that can occur as people age. The effect that these problems has on foot health should read more..

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Foot Care Can Be Difficult Among the Elderly

Foot care in the elderly is critical, but it is often complicated by several factors. Physically, age-related changes like thicker, more brittle nails and dry skin can make basic care challenging read more..

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Are You Suffering From Ingrown Toenails?

If left untreated, an ingrown toenail can lead to more serious concerns, such as an infection. Knowing proper nail care can help in the prevention of an ingrown toenail. Give us a call, and get t read more..

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Ingrown Toenail Care

An ingrown toenail is a nail that has curved downward and grows into the skin.  This typically occurs at the nail borders, or the sides of the nail.  As a result, pain, redness, swelling, an... read more..

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Painful Ingrown Toenails

An ingrown toenail occurs when the edge of the toenail grows into the surrounding skin, leading to pain, redness, and swelling. This condition commonly affects the big toe and can be caused by im read more..

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Arthritic Foot Care

During your lifetime, you will probably walk about 75,000 miles, which is quite a lot of stress to put on your feet. As you get older, the 26 bones and 30 joints in each of your feet will lose flexibi... read more..

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Osteoarthritis of the Ankle

Osteoarthritis of the ankle is less common than in the knees or hips, but it can significantly affect quality of life. It often develops after injury, such as a fracture or sprain, leading to wea read more..

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All About Plantar Warts

Plantar warts are warts that are only found on the feet, hence the term “plantar”, which means “relating to the foot.” They are caused by the human papillomavirus, or HPV, and ... read more..

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Treatment of Plantar Warts

Plantar warts are growths that appear on the soles of the feet, caused by the human papillomavirus, or HPV. They occur when the virus enters the skin through tiny cuts or breaks, often from walki read more..

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Getting the Right Shoe Size: To Keep Your Feet Happy

People are constantly wearing improperly-fitting shoes. Though it isn’t hard, picking the right shoes does require keeping a few things in mind. Shoe stores have rulers so you can get an exac... read more..

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Measuring Feet for Proper Shoe Sizing

Measuring feet for proper shoe sizing is imperative for comfort and preventing foot problems. To get the most accurate size, measure your feet at the end of the day when they are at their largest read more..

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It's Time for Beautiful Feet

You don't need an excuse to have beautiful nails. Step outside without worrying about the appearance of your feet. read more..

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Diabetic Foot Care

Diabetes affects millions of people every year. Blood vessels located all over the body are damaged due to diabetes—even the blood vessels of the feet. Neuropathy, or nerve damage, can result fr... read more..

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How Diabetes Affects the Feet

Diabetes can significantly impact foot health, primarily through a condition known as diabetic neuropathy. This occurs when high blood sugar levels damage the nerves in the feet, leading to sympt read more..

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Heel Pain

Heel pain can be difficult to deal with, especially if you do not know what the underlying cause is. If you ignore your heel pain, the pain can magnify and potentially develop into a chronic condition... read more..

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What Causes a Bruised Heel?

A bruised heel, also known as a heel contusion, occurs when the heel experiences trauma or impact, leading to damage of the soft tissues and blood vessels. This condition often results from activ read more..

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Toe Pain

Toe pain can originate from corns, calluses, hammertoes, and bunions, as well as ingrown toenails, sprains, fractures, and dislocations. Corns develop as the toe rubs against the inside of a shoe whic... read more..

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Causes of Second Toe Pain

Pain in the second toe can stem from various conditions, often leading to discomfort that interferes with daily activities. Capsulitis, a common cause of second toe pain, occurs when the ligament read more..

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Achilles Tendon Injuries

The Achilles tendon is the largest tendon in the body; it is a tough band of fibrous tissue that stretches from the bones of the heel to the calf muscles. This tendon is what allows us to stand on our... read more..

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