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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 …
Corn & Callus Treatment: Safe Relief for Painful Pressure Areas
Corns and calluses are thickened areas of skin that develop from repeated pressure or friction. A callus usually forms on the bottom of the foot, especially under the ball …
Ingrown Toenail Treatment: When to See a Podiatrist
An ingrown toenail happens when the corner or edge of the nail grows into the surrounding skin. It most often affects the big toe and can cause pain, redness, …
Why “Just a Blister” Can Be a Big Deal
A blister may seem like a small problem, especially when it starts from new shoes, friction, walking, or exercise. For many people, a blister heals without causing serious trouble. …










