At some point in your life, you likely experienced an ingrown toenail. Although it was annoying and uncomfortable, you probably took care of it without much fuss. What happens if an ingrown toenail won’t heal and gets worse? Then it’s time to see a doctor. A...
Modern technology is driving significant changes in even the most microscopic areas of life, including the medical field. Laser treatments are now used to treat a variety of diseases and conditions. Believe it or not, laser technology is improving how physicians can treat minor complications,...
Charcot foot is a condition that affects the joints, bones, ligaments, and other soft tissues of the foot and ankle. These bones become weak and can break easily and the joints may become unstable that a dislocation in the ankle and/or foot may occur. Deformity of...
There’s no quick fix for a broken bone or ligament. If you’re an athlete who’s broken their ankle recently you might think this is the only thing you need to worry about. Unfortunately impacting one joint has a knock on effect. With weeks or months...
Heel pain is most often caused by plantar fasciitis. Plantar fasciitis refers to an inflammation of the band of connective tissue (plantar fascia) that runs from the heel to the ball of the foot. Repeated strain on the plantar fascia can cause small tears in the...
People with diabetes are more vulnerable to foot problems, due to poor circulation and nerve damage. Nerve damage in the legs and feet reduces sensation, making it difficult to notice pain or change in temperature. An otherwise minor sore or scrape may go unnoticed and...
Athletes and active Americans will know the typical history of a sprained ankle. You land on it funnily and roll the foot resulting in swelling and pain. For a time maybe you think it’s broken but slowly the swelling subsides and you forget all about...
A heel spur is a protrusion of bone that develops on the bottom of the calcaneus (heel bone). Heel spurs are often not painful but they can result in heel pain when they lead to inflammation of the thick, fibrous band of connective tissue that covers...
Ankle injuries are common among athletes and active individuals. They are typically caused due to insufficient training, improper equipment or insufficient warm up and stretching. Fracture refers to a complete or partial break in a bone. Ankle fractures can range from a simple crack to severe...
Stress fractures are tiny cracks that develop in the bones when the muscles tire and cannot absorb the repeated shocks. The fatigued muscles transfer the stress to the bones, which can create a small crack or fracture. Usually the weight-bearing bones of the foot and lower...