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Since the start of the pandemic, epidemiologists have been stumped on the potential symptoms that the disease brings to those it infects. As COVID-19 continues to spread, more confirmed symptoms are being discovered. In addition to the most tell-tale symptoms (fever, shortness of breath, and dry cough), COVID-19 has also shown up as conjunctivitis, skin […]
You know that song that goes “I would walk 500 miles and I would walk 500 more?” Well, as silly as it sounds, it’s definitely possible! The average human will walk 150,000 miles in their lifetime. That’s the equivalent of walking around the Earth six times. So, the important question is: When was the last […]
The heel is the largest of the 26 bones that make up your foot. Injury—or just plain overuse—can lead to heel pain, which can range from mild to disabling. Home remedies are possible, but you may need to see a foot specialist to get treatment. Frequent Causes of Heel Pain Heel pain has a plethora […]
Who doesn’t want to wear less in the summer? Kicking off sweaty socks and shoes is so cooling and comfortable—but if you’re not protecting your feet properly, it can lead directly to foot pain or other foot-related problems. If you want to relax and kick up your feet, you can. But make sure you avoid […]
Does your child complain often about heel pain? Heel pain is a common childhood complaint that we hear quite often. Just because it’s common doesn’t mean you shouldn’t take your child’s heel pain seriously. We specialize in diagnosing and treating heel pain in children of all ages. Heel pain isn’t a disease, but it could […]
These are unprecedented times—where a global pandemic sweeps healthcare facilities off of their footing, and disrupts all aspects of local clinical practice. Most doctors and healthcare professionals are urging mildly sick patients to stay home, and for routine patients to consult telehealth practices versus in-clinic appointments.Yet, for those with diabetic foot conditions, it’s imperative that […]
Within just three months, COVID-19 has aggressively dismantled our American economy and disrupted standard healthcare practices as we know them. Governments and regulators have put social distancing practices in place to mitigate the spread of the coronavirus, and to protect American citizens from exposure. Though these safety measures are imperative to preventing further spread of […]
Foot cramps are an idiopathic condition, meaning that their cause and origin are typically unknown. Experiencing foot cramps is a distressing and extremely painful experience, something we’d all like to avoid. Luckily, most cramps are caused by dehydration, so proper hydration is all it takes to keep foot cramps at bay. Other conditions that can […]
Small toes are at risk for several toe deformities due to their size and the position of your feet. Hammertoes, a condition where one or more of the middle toes will start to bend downward at the middle joint, is one of the most common toe deformities. Hammertoes are due to an imbalance and are […]
Chronic pain can be debilitating, especially when it affects hard-working parts of your body––like your feet and toes. But you don’t have to suffer through it. In fact, with proper treatment from a podiatrist, you can get back out there and enjoy a life pain free. Where Does Heel Pain Occur? Plenty of patients generally […]
