We have all been there. You are halfway through a great hike or a busy day at work when you feel that familiar, localized heat on the back of your heel or the side of your toe. Foot blisters are one of the most common summer and sports-related nuisances we at CarePlus Foot & Ankle Specialists treat. If you don’t handle them correctly, a tiny bubble of fluid can turn into a painful infection that keeps you off your feet for a week.
Whether you are heading to the beach, hitting the trails, or just enjoying a backyard barbecue, your feet are doing a lot of extra work. Summer is prime time for foot injuries because we often prioritize staying cool over staying supported.
If you have noticed your child walking with their toes pointed inward toward each other, you are looking at a common gait pattern known as pigeon toes, or in-toeing, and it’s one of the most frequent reasons parents bring their little ones to us at CarePlus Foot & Ankle Specialists.
Most people think a broken bone requires a dramatic fall or a heavy object landing on their toes. But stress fractures are much more subtle. These tiny hairline cracks develop over time due to repetitive force and overuse, and if you ignore them, they can turn into a significant injury that hinders you for months.
Some people forget that their feet are in contact with one of the germiest things on Earth: the ground. From the floor of your local gym to the damp interior of your favorite sneakers, your feet are constantly in contact with bacteria and fungi.
Plantar fasciitis is one of the most common reasons adults visit us at CarePlus Foot & Ankle Specialists. While it feels like your foot is falling apart, it is actually a highly manageable condition. If you suspect your feet are screaming at you for a reason, here is the essential breakdown of what you are dealing with and how you can start feeling better.
The mountain trails are calling your name this Spring. But before you grab your pack and head for the woods, you need to think about what is happening at the ground level. With a chaotic mix of leftover ice, deep mud, and loose rocks uncovered by the spring thaw, we at CarePlus Foot & Ankle Specialists want your feet and ankles to be safe from sprains, blisters, punctures, and everything in between the toes. Continue reading to find out how to kick off hiking season safely.
Flat feet are an incredibly common trait, affecting between 20 to 30% of the global population. Yes, we at CarePlus Foot & Ankle Specialists said “affecting.” That’s the point of this article today: are flat feet an issue that requires a podiatrist’s intervention? Let’s find out.
Please, for the sake of your feet, do not try digging an ingrown toenail out yourself. Trying to fix an ingrown nail at home often leads to deeper cuts and more serious infections.
If you have noticed a stiff, grinding sensation in your big toe or a dull ache in your ankle after a St. Patrick’s Day parade, you might be dealing with the early stages of arthritis. Yes, many of our patients at CarePlus Foot & Ankle Specialists get arthritis in their feet and ankles, too! Not many people know that’s possible, which is why we’re spreading awareness on the most common forms of foot and ankle arthritis and how to prevent them.
