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Heel pain is very common, and it is actually one of the main reasons why patients see a podiatrist – also known as a foot and ankle doctor. There are certain methods that can help to treat or prevent heel pain from developing in the first place, so let’s go over five key tips on…
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…
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…
Gout is a type of arthritis that causes a great deal of pain in specific joints – commonly in the big toe. It stems from uric acid accumulation in your bloodstream. The uric acid crystallizes in the joint and causes severe pain as it comes into contact with nearby structures in the tight space. Since…
Once your podiatrist in South Texas tells you that you need ankle surgery, you may have questions about the procedure and, most importantly, recovery. You might wonder what the rehabilitation process will be like. Fortunately, you’ll undergo a comprehensive rehabilitation program with The Podiatry Group in South Texas to help you regain full function in…
Plantar fasciitis is one of the most common causes of heel pain. It is the inflammation of the thick band of tissue along the bottom of your foot called the plantar fascia, which supports the arch of your foot and absorbs impact with every step you take. Treating plantar fasciitis involves determining the root cause,…
An ingrown toenail happens when the nail has melded into the surrounding skin, and it usually occurs in the big toe. Many people who have this condition attempt to fix the problem themselves, thinking it’s not a big deal – but it can actually develop into a serious infection. A foot specialist can take care…
You should visit an experienced podiatrist if you have a foot injury or a sudden foot problem; and you should have an ongoing doctor-patient relationship with the podiatrist if you have diabetes or a chronic foot issue. For your appointment with the doctor, you don’t have to do anything to prepare beforehand. Let’s talk about…
