Foot Specialists Blog

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 … [Read more...] about “COVID Toes” — Here’s What We Know

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 … [Read more...] about Footwear Impacts Your Overall Health — Here’s How

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 … [Read more...] about Heel Pain: What You Need to Know

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 … [Read more...] about 5 Common Foot Concerns in the Summer — and How to Address Them

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 … [Read more...] about Sever’s Disease: A Common Cause of Heel Pain in Children

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 … [Read more...] about Diabetic Foot Care During COVID-19