When it comes to minor foot problems, a little heel pain, a small blister, mild arch soreness, or a toenail issue may not seem serious enough to worry about. However, because your feet handle constant pressure every day, even small problems can gradually turn into larger injuries if they are left untreated.
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.
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.
