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 … [Read more...] about Are Foot Warts Contagious? Why You Should Get Plantar Warts Treated Immediately
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Lupus and Feet: Foot Issues That Can Arise
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 … [Read more...] about Lupus and Feet: Foot Issues That Can Arise
Are Crocs Good for Your Feet? Here’s What You Should Know
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 … [Read more...] about Are Crocs Good for Your Feet? Here’s What You Should Know
Achilles Tendonitis vs. Plantar Fasciitis: Understanding the Differences and Treatments
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 … [Read more...] about Achilles Tendonitis vs. Plantar Fasciitis: Understanding the Differences and Treatments
Do These Stretches for Foot Cramps and Find Relief
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 … [Read more...] about Do These Stretches for Foot Cramps and Find Relief
What’s the Difference Between Corns, Calluses, and Bunions?
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 … [Read more...] about What’s the Difference Between Corns, Calluses, and Bunions?
