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Proper nail care is essential for preventing ingrown toenails, and since nail technicians trim toenails all day, it is logical to ask: Do pedicures help ingrown toenails? Our podiatrists’ (foot specialists’) answer to this question may surprise you; keep reading to find out! How Does Proper Care Prevent Ingrown Toenails? Individuals can have chronic, […]
An ingrown toenail results from a toenail growing into the skin of your toe rather than past the nail plate/bed as usual. Even though your toe makes up a small fraction of your body, the pain and inflammation can become overwhelming and limit your mobility. Many patients seek treatment with our podiatrists for ingrown toenails, […]
If you’re a runner who keeps up an outdoor running routine in the winter, you are strong and resilient, and we admire your dedication. But do you do it safely, healthily, and without unnecessary discomfort? Whether you’ve been running in the colder seasons your whole life or just starting this year, this blog is for […]
Alabama has warm weather for most of the year, so we’re often caught off guard and underprepared when it occasionally gets cold outside during the winter. Keeping feet warm in winter can be challenging for anyone, especially for individuals with conditions causing neuropathy or poor blood circulation. Today, our podiatrists offer expert recommendations on […]
Plantar warts are coarse, thick nodules in the skin that show up on the bottom of your feet, where most of your weight shifts to when standing. The main concern of this blog is the question: Are foot warts contagious? We are experts in all conditions affecting the feet and are here to answer […]
The Lupus Foundation of America says more than one million people in the United States and five billion globally have lupus (1). You, dear reader, will likely know someone living with this condition. But have you thought about the relationship between lupus and feet? In this guide, our podiatrists, The Foot Specialists of Birmingham, AL, […]
Crocs are everyone’s favorite comfy clogs, but podiatrists warn that comfort shouldn’t be the primary feature to look for in a shoe for healthy feet. Since launching in 2002 and featuring in the film Idiocracy (2006), Crocs—the brand of chunky, fun-to-accessorize, and ultra-comfy clogs—has become a worldwide phenomenon. And what’s not to love about […]
Achilles tendonitis and plantar fasciitis are common causes of foot pain, and patients often attempt to self-diagnose themselves with one or the other using information online. However, these self-diagnoses are frequently inaccurate, leading individuals to try treating themselves at home for one of the conditions when they really have the other (or neither). This […]
Whether you’re an athlete, a regular at the gym, or a regular joe, you’ve probably had a foot cramp. Foot cramps are usually temporary, but the pain can be excruciating in that short moment. After a foot cramp subsides, you probably forget about it, but sometimes they can cause a little more concern if […]
Corns, calluses, and bunions are three common ailments that affect feet. Despite how common they are, we don’t recommend using information from the internet to diagnose them yourself; that’s risky. You should get a referral from your primary care physician to see a specialist, specifically a podiatrist, to ensure you get an accurate diagnosis […]
