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• posted: Feb. 15, 2012
• Metatarsalgia

Metatarsalgia denotes a common foot condition characterized by pain and inflammation of the joints and bones of the ball of the foot - the area just before the toes, also Read More

• posted: Jan. 16, 2012
• Ingrown Toenails

Ingrown toenails, also known as onychocryptosis, can be embarrassing, annoying and painful. This common condition occurs when the surrounding skin on one or both sides of the nail grows over Read More

• posted: Dec. 15, 2011
• Hammertoes

A hammertoe is one of the most common toe conditions, usually stemming from muscle imbalance in which the joints of the second, third, fourth or fifth toe are bent into Read More

• posted: Nov. 15, 2011
• Growing Pains

If your child has ever complained of not being able to sleep at night due to leg pain, he or she may be experiencing what many people refer to as Read More

• posted: Oct. 17, 2011
• Foot Odor

The feet have more sweat glands than any other part of the body, which means they have the ability to sweat profusely. With your feet encased in your shoes all Read More

• posted: Oct. 03, 2011
• Runners

If you're a runner, it goes without saying that your feet take the brunt of the punishment. In fact, for runners the feet are more vulnerable to injury than any Read More

• posted: Sep. 01, 2011
• Flat Feet

The arch structure of our feet determines how we walk, which means our arches need to be both sturdy and flexible in order to adjust to different walking surfaces. For Read More

• posted: Aug. 01, 2011
• Diabetic Foot Care

People with diabetes are prone to foot problems, often developing from a combination of poor circulation and nerve damage. Damage to the nerves in the legs and feet diminishes skin Read More

• posted: Jul. 01, 2011
• Corns and Calluses

Corns and calluses are thick, hardened areas of skin that develop in response to your body's natural defense to repeated pressure or friction. While neither condition presents a long-term or Read More

• posted: Jun. 01, 2011
• Bunions

A bunion is an abnormal, bony prominence that develops on the joint at the base of your big toe. As the big toe joint becomes enlarged, it forces the toe Read More

• posted: May 02, 2011
• Bone Spur

Bone spurs, also known as osteophytes, can occur anywhere in the skeletal system, and the feet are no exception. Bone spurs are simply overgrowths of bone that can develop on Read More

• posted: Apr. 01, 2011
• Athlete's Foot

Athlete's foot is one of the most common fungal infections of the skin and is frequently seen in our Norfolk office. Whether you've had it or not, it's important to Read More

• posted: Jan. 06, 2010

Whether you are an existing patient or searching for a podiatrist in the Norfolk or Suffolk area, we're excited you are here. With the podiatry industry advancing, we recognize the Read More