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Toenail changes can develop gradually and may go unnoticed at first. A nail may become yellow, thick, brittle, or unusually shaped. Some patients also notice that the nail begins …
Shockwave Therapy vs. Physical Therapy for Achilles Tendinopathy
Achilles tendon pain can make walking, running, climbing stairs, and everyday activities uncomfortable. For some patients, the discomfort develops gradually and continues for weeks or months. One common cause …
3D-Printed Orthotics: Are 3D-Printed Orthotics Worth It What Patients Should Know
Foot pain can affect walking, standing, exercising, and everyday comfort. For patients with recurring heel pain, arch discomfort, flat feet, or pressure-related foot problems, orthotics may help provide additional …
Heel Fat Pad Syndrome vs. Plantar Fasciitis: What’s the Difference?
Heel pain can make walking, standing, exercising, and daily activities uncomfortable. Many patients assume that pain under the heel automatically means plantar fasciitis. However, another condition called heel fat …
Why Is My Toenail Separating From the Nail Bed?
A toenail that begins lifting or separating from the skin underneath can be concerning. You may notice a white or yellow area beneath the nail, a loose nail edge, …
Hallux Rigidus: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Pain and stiffness in the big toe can make everyday activities uncomfortable. Walking, running, climbing stairs, and even wearing certain shoes may become difficult when the big toe joint …
Sesamoiditis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
Sesamoiditis is a painful condition that affects the ball of the foot, usually under the big toe joint. It happens when the small sesamoid bones and nearby tendons become …
Foot Health for Pickleball Players
Pickleball is fun, fast, and easy to enjoy at many ages. But even though the court is smaller than a tennis court, the sport still places real stress on …
Foot Fracture Treatment: What Patients Should Know
A foot fracture is a break in one of the bones of the foot. It can happen after a fall, twist, direct injury, sports accident, or repeated stress over …
Vascular Risk Assessment for Diabetes
Diabetes can affect the blood vessels that supply the legs and feet. When circulation is reduced, even a small cut, blister, sore, or pressure area may heal slowly or …










