Foot Specialists Blog

  For athletes with plantar fasciitis, waking up with stabbing foot pain is a reality that can show up at the worst times. The good news is that there are exercises and precautions you can take to minimize your chances of waking up with foot pain at the most inconvenient time: on race … [Read more...] about Athletes with Plantar Fasciitis: Managing Your Condition Before a Race

  In this blog, our podiatrist from Foot Specialists of Birmingham, Dr. Linde, answers questions about the relationship between pregnancy and plantar fasciitis and offers insightful advice on safely and effectively caring for plantar fasciitis during pregnancy. Related Article: What Are … [Read more...] about Symptoms and Treatments for Dealing with Plantar Fasciitis During Pregnancy

  In this blog, our podiatrist from Foot Specialists of Birmingham, Dr. Linde, answers questions about the relationship between pregnancy and ingrown toenails and offers insightful advice on safely and effectively caring for your ingrown toenail when pregnant.  Related Article: Do Ingrown … [Read more...] about Why You Might Get an Ingrown Toenail When Pregnant (and What to Do About It)

  If you’ve ever had an ingrown toenail, you know how excruciating the pain from it can be. As the nail grows deeper into your skin, the discomfort only worsens, and it poses a potential risk for side effects like swelling, redness, and, in advanced cases, infection. Ingrown toenails are … [Read more...] about Why Ingrown Toenail and Diabetes Can be a Risky Combination

  At the Foot Specialists of Birmingham, our podiatrists have comprehensive training to get you back on your feet. We recommend extracorporeal shock wave therapy for plantar fasciitis as a noninvasive treatment option because it dramatically decreases pain for many of our patients. Like any … [Read more...] about Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy for Plantar Fasciitis: A Non-Surgical Treatment Option

    Plantar fasciitis develops when the plantar fascia is inflamed, causing a sharp, lingering heel pain. Several causes can cause you to develop this condition, including repetitive physical activities that stress the plantar fascia, having high or flat arches, and even wearing … [Read more...] about The Benefits of Kinesiology Tape for Plantar Fasciitis Pain