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• posted: Dec. 17, 2013
• Cryosurgery,  Cryotherapy

When your feet hurt, your entire body hurts, especially when you're suffering from painful neuromas or heel pain caused by plantar fasciitis. Generally, rest, anti-inflammatory medications, physical therapy or orthotics Read More

• posted: Nov. 18, 2013
• Shockwave Therapy

If you are one of the millions of Americans that suffer from chronic heel pain caused by plantar fasciitis, then you know just how unpleasant this very common foot condition Read More

• posted: Oct. 15, 2013
• Arthritis

With age, it’s not uncommon to experience pain and stiffness in your feet and ankles.  Carefully monitoring your pain is important, however, as this noticeable discomfort could be an early Read More

• posted: Sep. 16, 2013
• Ankle Sprain,  Sprained Ankle

An ankle sprain is one of the most common injuries to the ankle, resulting from a fall or a sudden twist that forces the ligaments out of their normal position. Read More

• posted: Aug. 15, 2013
• Achilles tendon

The Achilles tendon is the largest and strongest tendon in the body, located in the back of the lower leg and connecting the heel bone to the calf muscle. This Read More

• posted: Jul. 15, 2013
• foot pain,  relieving achy feet

It's not uncommon to experience foot pain after a long day of work or a vigorous sport activity, especially as we age. A long day of shopping or yard work Read More

• posted: Jun. 17, 2013
• baby foot care

A child's feet grow rapidly during the first year, reaching almost half of their adult foot size. This is why podiatrists consider the first year to be the most important Read More

• posted: May 15, 2013
• weightloss

With our feet bearing the weight of our entire body, it’s no surprise that carrying excess weight may increase the chance of developing foot problems.  In fact, recent studies have Read More

• posted: Apr. 15, 2013
• Healhthy Feet

Dry, cracked heels are not only unsightly, but they can also be a source of pain and embarrassment. When the fissures in your heel become so dry and cracked that Read More

• posted: Mar. 15, 2013
• Warm Weather and Your Feet

The summertime is a great time to show off your new sandals and allow your feet to breathe. But since the warmer months can be rough on your feet, it's Read More

• posted: Feb. 15, 2013
• Age and Your Feet

With age, many people experience changes in their feet. This may include a change in their shape; a loss of the fatty pads that cushion the bottom of the feet; Read More

• posted: Jan. 15, 2013
• Foot Health

Looking for a safe, easy and inexpensive way to stay healthy, increase your energy level and improve your figure? Start walking. Walking is one of the easiest and most popular Read More

• posted: Dec. 17, 2012
• Footwear

While high heel shoes may look stylish or complement your favorite outfit, they are rarely the best option for a woman's feet. According to a study by the American Podiatric Read More

• posted: Nov. 15, 2012
• Toenail Fungus

Preventing & Eliminating Fungal Toenails Also known as onychomycosis, toenail fungus can be painful, irritating and embarrassing. When there is trauma to the nail, the nail bed is lifted allowing fungus Read More

• posted: Oct. 15, 2012
• Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome

Maybe you've heard of carpal tunnel syndrome, a condition in the wrist that occurs when swelling or a change in position of the tissue within the carpal tunnel squeezes and Read More

• posted: Sep. 17, 2012
• Shin Splints

Although a shin splint is commonly used to describe various pains between the ankle and the knee, it actually refers to a specific inflammatory condition of the tibia -- a Read More