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• posted: Jun. 15, 2021
• Shoes,  Socks

You probably don’t think too much about the socks you wear but maybe you should. After all, just as it’s important to have shoes that fit properly and provide ample Read More

• posted: Jun. 03, 2021
• Thyroid Disease

The thyroid gland releases and regulates hormones and is responsible for everything from heart rate to peripheral nervous system functions. So, you may be surprised to discover that this same Read More

• posted: May 13, 2021
• Bunion Pain,  Bunion

Bunion pain got you down? Is foot pain making it impossible to do the things you once loved? Perhaps even the thought of putting on shoes and running your errands Read More

• posted: Apr. 27, 2021
• Diabetic Foot

When it comes to diabetes nothing is more important than living a healthy lifestyle and taking the proper medications to maintain healthy blood sugar levels. Controlling your blood sugar is Read More

• posted: Apr. 09, 2021
• Metatarsalgia

While there are many reasons for foot pain, if the pain is concentrated in the ball of the foot (between the arches and your toes) then you could be dealing Read More

• posted: Apr. 01, 2021
• Pigeon Toes

Do your child’s feet turn inward? If so, it’s fairly easy to tell, particularly when they walk. This condition is known as pigeon toes and it is often genetic (so Read More

• posted: Mar. 12, 2021
• Flat Feet

Are you flat-footed? If so, you join the ranks of about 18 million American adults over age 21 that also have this common foot condition, reports the National Foot Health Read More

• posted: Mar. 02, 2021
• Puncture Wound

A puncture wound in the foot occurs when you step on an object that leaves a small hole behind. One of the most common puncture wounds comes from stepping on Read More

• posted: Mar. 01, 2021
• foot pain,  Orthotics

Custom-made orthotics from your podiatrist in Norfolk, and Suffolk, VA, can help your feet Do your feet hurt? Did you know that custom-made orthotics can help you and your feet feel Read More

• posted: Feb. 12, 2021
• Smelly Feet

It’s an embarrassing problem. Smelly feet can make you feel self-conscious. You can’t get comfortable or take your shoes off without worrying that everyone will notice your stinky feet. Have Read More

• posted: Feb. 01, 2021
• foot care,  Dry Feet

Dry, flaky feet are incredibly common, particularly during the cold, winter months; however, if you find yourself dealing with dry or cracked feet throughout the year, especially around the heels, Read More

• posted: Jan. 15, 2021
• Sprain,  Broken Bone

Whether you took a bad tumble or your child had a rough collision while playing sports, it’s important that you do not just recognize the signs of a broken foot Read More

• posted: Jan. 06, 2021
• Feet Infections

Foot infections can cause pain and discomfort and may even put you at risk of health complications in some cases. Fortunately, your podiatrist in Suffolk and Norfolk, VA, Dr. Jesse Read More

• posted: Jan. 04, 2021
• Blisters

Everything from wearing shoes that are a little too loose to increasing the number of miles you run can leave you dealing with painful blisters on your feet. Blisters can Read More

• posted: Dec. 15, 2020
• Rheumatoid Arthritis

Rheumatoid arthritis is one of the most common types of arthritis, and it is characterized by joint pain, inflammation, and damage. RA, like other kinds of arthritis, is progressive, which Read More

• posted: Dec. 11, 2020
• Bunions

A hallux valgus, commonly called a bunion, is a bump found on the big toe’s base-side portion. While usually painless, bunions are more than just bumps. This visible bump reflects Read More