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Orthotics are an integral part of a treatment plan that addresses discomforts associated with various foot and ankle problems. Orthotics are used for correcting foot deformities, providing ankle support, and promoting better foot or ankle function, among other important purposes. Although orthotics can be purchased in stores, podiatrists (foot doctors) highly recommend custom orthotics, as…
Did you know that each of your ankles can sustain 1.5 times the impact of your body weight with each step when you walk, and up to 8 times your body weight with each step when you run or jump? The remarkable strength and stability of your ankles are attributed to their complex design. Each…
If you’ve sustained a musculoskeletal injury, especially one that is causing you nagging pain and limited mobility, it is natural for you to think of a way to get back in the game quickly. Your best course of action is to see a doctor—but which one? You have two excellent choices: sports medicine physician and…
Most people neglect their feet until an issue develops that garners their attention, such as pain, a wound, or abnormal growths, such as bunions. You can avoid foot-related problems from worsening – and even developing in many cases – by regularly seeing a foot doctor, also known as a podiatrist. With the help of this…
Plantar fasciitis is a common injury that is mainly caused by repetitive strain to your plantar fascia (the fibrous tissue that connects your heel bone to your toes). If you’re an athlete— specifically a runner—you’re especially prone to plantar fasciitis, which can dash your training and racing hopes and disrupt your performance. The good news…
When you need treatment for a podiatric condition or injury, you want a foot and ankle specialist with the knowledge, skills, and compassion to help you move safely and comfortably again. What’s the best way to choose a foot doctor? Read here about the qualifications and practices you should look out for. Why Should I…
All of the various types of footwear we wear, from flip-flops to heels to boots, are fun and stylish and make us feel great about how we look. Our feet, however, may have a different opinion about these unsupportive and stifling types of shoes. Indeed, some of the most common foot problems are caused because…
Diabetes is a disorder that affects how the body metabolizes blood sugar to produce energy. The condition is notorious for its far-reaching effects on various parts of the body, including the tissues in the feet. Diabetes causes gradual changes in your bodily functions that, without timely intervention, can lead to irreversible complications. If you’re living…
Have you noticed a bony bump forming at the base of your big toe, on the side of your foot? That may be a bunion, which often results from arthritis or from wearing shoes that are too tight. A bunion can develop when your big toe turns inward and overlaps with the next toe. This…
As temperatures drop and winter is in full swing, emergency rooms and urgent care centers across the country are seeing more and more patients with injuries from playing winter sports. There is a whopping 500% increase in ER visits every winter, largely due to slipping and falling on the ice or snow – and when…
