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How to Care for Your Feet if You're a Diabetic

How to Care for Your Feet if You're a Diabetic

Sep 01, 2023

Uncontrolled diabetes puts you at significant risk for foot ulcers and other serious medical issues. Learn why diabetic foot care is vital to your long-term health and what to expect during your first visit.

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The Link Between Arthritis and Heel Pain

The Link Between Arthritis and Heel Pain

Aug 07, 2023

When it hurts too much to put pressure on your heel, you might have a minor injury or a degenerative condition like arthritis. Learn more about common causes of heel pain and when arthritis may be a factor to consider.

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How Are Orthotics Customized?

How Are Orthotics Customized?

Jul 01, 2023

Braces, shoe inserts, and other custom orthotics can provide pain relief and the support you need to protect your feet and ankles. Learn what conditions custom orthotics can treat and what to expect during the customization process.

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Can Losing Weight Alleviate My Plantar Fasciitis?

Can Losing Weight Alleviate My Plantar Fasciitis?

Jun 02, 2023

Your weight plays a role in your life in many ways. Learn how weight is linked to plantar fasciitis and other painful foot and ankle conditions.

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Will My Ingrown Toenail Heal on Its Own?

Will My Ingrown Toenail Heal on Its Own?

May 11, 2023

It doesn’t take long for an ingrown toenail to become painful. If you’re waiting for an ingrown nail to heal, you may be setting yourself up for infection and other complications.

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Do Bunions Require Surgery?

Do Bunions Require Surgery?

Apr 03, 2023

Surgical treatment of a bunion is needed for some people but it’s not the only option for pain relief. Learn more about bunions and what nonsurgical therapies you can try first before considering surgery.

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Can Orthotics Correct Flat Feet?

Can Orthotics Correct Flat Feet?

Mar 08, 2023

If your arches didn’t develop properly during childhood, you might have foot pain and other complications as an adult. Learn how orthotics can play a role in relieving flat feet pain and what other treatments are available.

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Why Diabetics Need to Pay Extra Attention to Their Foot Care

Why Diabetics Need to Pay Extra Attention to Their Foot Care

Feb 08, 2023

If you’re one of the 37.3 million Americans with diabetes, you need to pay special attention to your feet. Learn how diabetes affects your feet and why regular podiatry care is essential to stay physically active and independent.

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5 Reasons Behind Chronic Heel Pain

5 Reasons Behind Chronic Heel Pain

Jan 19, 2023

Spending a lot of time on your feet increases your risk for conditions that trigger heel pain. Learn more about five common reasons why you might have chronic heel pain and what strategies are available to treat it.

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Recovering from Foot Surgery: What to Expect

Recovering from Foot Surgery: What to Expect

Dec 05, 2022

Everyone heals at their own pace after surgery. Learn more about what you can expect during your recovery from foot surgery, so you can heal fully and get back to a physically active life.

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How to Care for Your Feet While Managing Diabetes

How to Care for Your Feet While Managing Diabetes

Nov 01, 2022

About 10% of Americans have diabetes and are at risk for painful foot ulcers, infections, and other serious complications. Learn some daily foot care strategies you can use to lessen your risk for diabetes-related foot problems.

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Is Toenail Fungus Contagious?

Is Toenail Fungus Contagious?

Oct 05, 2022

Spending time in locker rooms and other public spaces can increase your risk of a fungal infection in your toenails. Learn more about the warning signs of toenail fungus and how you can avoid spreading the infection to others.

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How to Keep a Sprained Ankle from Becoming a Chronic Instability

How to Keep a Sprained Ankle from Becoming a Chronic Instability

Sep 08, 2022

Ankle sprains are the most common type of recurrent injury that affects the lower half of your body. Learn more about the warning signs of a sprain and why unhealed sprains can increase your risk for chronic instability.

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Do Bunions Always Require Surgery?

Do Bunions Always Require Surgery?

Aug 01, 2022

Bunions cause persistent foot pain for about one in three Americans. If you’re putting off treatment for bunions because you’re afraid of surgery or downtime, consider the benefits of minimally invasive Lapiplasty® 3D bunion surgery.

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When Does an Ingrown Toenail Require a Podiatrist’s Help?

When Does an Ingrown Toenail Require a Podiatrist’s Help?

Jul 01, 2022

Pain from an ingrown toenail can be so intense that you may not be able to wear a pair of shoes or walk without great difficulty. Learn more about what causes ingrown toenails and when it’s time to see a podiatrist for treatment.

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5 Reasons to Consider Custom Orthotics You Didn't Know About

5 Reasons to Consider Custom Orthotics You Didn't Know About

Jun 10, 2022

Your feet are relatively small in proportion to other body parts. Yet, they have an immense impact on how you feel and move. That’s why, whether you suffer from sore ankles or an achy back, custom orthotics often offer relief.

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What You Need To Know To Take Care Of Your Foot

Aug 07, 2015

Keeping up with health is about paying attention to every aspect of your body. It’s not going to help you if you’ve worked ...

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Tips for Soothing Bunion pains.

Jul 22, 2015

There are many people in the world who have bunions. The good thing is that it poses no risks, but the irritation and pain will cause a lot of discomforts and affect your day to day life.

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What Are Prescription Orthotics?

Jul 09, 2015

Prescription Orthotics are custom made devices that provide comfort and support for your feet. These inserts have been crafted to be just right for you and no one else.

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Top Podiatrist Tips To Save Your Feet

Jun 23, 2015

If you need to spend a lot of time on your feet, your really need to treat them well. Foot injuries can be serious, and very often, they aren’t caused by just one accident or injury but wear and tear over a period of time.

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Your Guide To Orthotics

Jun 08, 2015

Putting on a shoe is typically one of the easiest things to do. You don’t even have to think about what you are doing in order to properly wear a shoe.

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Simple Steps You Can Take for Tendonitis Pain

May 21, 2015

The tendons are the connective tissue that joins the muscles to the bones. They are very tough, flexible and strong, but they can become injured, bruised and be torn under stress.

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Taking Care Of Ingrown Toenails

Mar 28, 2015

If you are dealing with discomfort or pain in one or more of your toenails you may actually be experiencing ingrown toenails, which are also known as unguis incarnatus or onychocrptosis.

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