Foot Specialists Blog

If you notice frequent or recurring pains deep in the center of your heel—as if you have an invisible bruise—when you stand, walk, or run, you may be experiencing a condition known as heel pad syndrome.  Keep reading as we go over more about heel pad syndrome and the symptoms, causes, and … [Read more...] about What is Heel Pad Syndrome, and How Can You Fix It?

For other parts of the country, summer footwear may not be as important as it is down here in Alabama. Everyone knows the South’s summer heat can be brutal. Keeping cool can be a struggle, and that extends to your feet! As the scales trend upward, those sneakers won’t cut it for everyday use. Keep … [Read more...] about Beat the Heat with Cool Summer Kicks

Alabama is popularly known for being an artistic hotspot of the South, the center of the Civil Rights Movement, and for being an industrial and steel hub. But did you know that it also has some pretty fantastic running trails too?  Birmingham has diverse and interesting sights, with a great … [Read more...] about The Best Places to Run in Birmingham

Summer time usually means beach time, and while we’re all looking forward to having some fun in the sun, the beach can be a health hazard for our feet. We know, we know—not the most exciting thing to think about. But better safe than sorry, right? We’ve compiled a list of easy-to-follow tips that … [Read more...] about Protect Your Feet At The Beach with These Helpful Tips!

Your feet are a complex combination of bones, joints, ligaments, muscles, and tendons. This means that everything needs to be working correctly to support an active lifestyle.  Healthy feet are the foundation of your entire body—both literally and figuratively. They help with your balance, … [Read more...] about How Your Feet Affect Your Overall Health

Summer can be the best time of the year for the whole family. But for your feet? Not so much.  During the warmer months, foot problems are to be expected. But you don’t have to let that ruin your fun in the sun. Just read more about these common problems and follow the tips to keep your summer … [Read more...] about The Most Common Summer Foot Problems and How to Solve Them