About half of all people with diabetes develop some sort of nerve damage over time due to the excess sugar in their blood. Managing your glucose levels is just one important step in preventing neuropathy’s development or progression.
Dec 1st, 2019
About half of all people with diabetes develop some sort of nerve damage over time due to the excess sugar in their blood. Managing your glucose levels is just one important step in preventing neuropathy’s development or progression.
If you play sports, you’re at risk of injuring your feet and ankles. With proper treatment, you can return to play with minimal (or no) complications. Read on to learn more about some of the most common sports injuries.
Plantar fasciitis causes stabbing pain in your heel that you may notice most in the morning and can interfere with daily activities and exercise. Here’s how to manage your symptoms as you seek therapy and a resolution.
Bunions aren’t just a cosmetic problem; they can lead to long-term complications, and not just with your feet. Read on to learn how these deformities that form at the base of the big toe affect your overall health and wellbeing.
Frequently, sprained ankles can develop a condition known as chronic ankle instability in which your joint remains in a regular state of dysfunction. If you have an ankle sprain, learn how to heal it properly to prevent chronic instability.
Diabetes can reduce blood flow to your feet and causes nerve damage that compromises sensation. Understand the impact diabetes may have on your feet, and take steps to prevent serious, life-altering complications.
You can expedite healing and prevent compensatory injuries, when you’re on the mend from a foot injury. Custom Orthotics, offered by our expert podiatrists, help improve your alignment so you heal properly and quickly.
MLS laser therapy triggers biomechanical changes in your cells to reduce pain and stimulate healing. Understand how it might help you find relief for foot or ankle pain.
Follow some basic hygiene tips to avoid contracting the common, uncomfortable foot fungus known as athlete's foot. Your feet (and overall health) will thank you.
Aching feet can interfere with your quality of life. One of the easiest ways to keep your feet happy is to choose a supportive, comfortable pair of shoes.
Have aching feet? You may need customized orthotics to relieve your pain. Orthotics can also alleviate other pain that stems from foot dysfunction. Read on to learn why you might want to discuss orthotics for your feet.
Plantar fasciitis causes heel pain that can be chronic and debilitating. Physical therapy can help you overcome the pain and get you back to your normal activity levels. Read on to learn how you can achieve a drastic improvement in foot function.
Approximately 25,000 people sprain an ankle everyday. If you’re among this population, learn the best ways to treat your injury, so you can get back to full ankle health and function as soon as possible.
Your footwear fashion choices sometimes get the blame for bunions, but you can also point the finger at your parents. Heredity may be the more likely cause of bunions.
You’re doing yourself a disservice if you ignore persistent heel pain. If you’re experiencing heel pain that lasts more than a few days, visit the podiatrist for conservative treatment measures, so you can quickly find relief.
If your feet hurt, or if you repeatedly injure yourself while running or playing sports, you may not have to throw out your shoes or get painful surgery. A custom-made orthotic insert could be all you need to get your gait in shape again.
If you’re plagued by tendon or ligament injuries, but the thought of surgery leaves you cold, there’s another answer: robotic laser therapy.
The hot, humid days of summer can be a breeding ground for athlete’s foot. Luckily, it’s very preventable. Find out how to keep your feet healthy using our easy preventive tips.
