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Treating a Sprained Ankle
posted: Dec. 17, 2018.
An ankle sprain occurs when the foot rolls or twists to the point where a ligament inside stretches beyond its normal capacity. Ankle sprains are extremely common, with an estimated Read moreCategory: Foot Care -
What is Sesamoiditis?
posted: Dec. 07, 2018.
What is Sesamoiditis? Sesamoids are small bones that are only connected to tendons or surrounded in muscle. This only appears in a few places in the body, one of which is Read moreCategory: Foot Care -
How To Prevent Ingrown Toenails
posted: Nov. 20, 2018.
Ingrown toenails may begin mildly but can quickly go from bad to worse. This frustrating and painful condition can affect anyone and cause significant issues. Unlike other foot-related conditions, which Read moreCategory: Foot Care -
Treating Toenail Fungus
posted: Nov. 02, 2018.
Treating toenail fungus Toenail fungus--it's one of the most common podiatric problems children, teens, and adults have. Causing thickened, yellow, brittle nails, onychomycosis (the medical name for toenail fungus) spreads easily Read moreCategory: Foot Care -
Treating Heel Spurs
posted: Oct. 03, 2018.
Have you been experiencing any heel pain or bothersome tenderness without any obvious cause? Although heel spurs themselves sometimes do not cause acute discomfort, they are frequently associated with the Read moreCategory: Foot Care -
Types of Custom Orthotics
posted: Sep. 14, 2018.
Custom orthotics are removable shoe inserts that provide greater arch support and stability to the feet and ankles. There are different types of orthotics available depending on the issue and Read moreCategory: Foot Care -
Caring For Arthritic Feet
posted: Aug. 31, 2018.
Arthritis is a joint condition that affects roughly 54 million American adults according to the Arthritis Foundation. It can show up in joints all around the body, including the feet Read moreCategory: Foot Care -
What Could Be Causing Poor Circulation in My Feet?
posted: Aug. 15, 2018.
Are you experiencing numbness, tingling, or discolorations in your feet? Even though poor circulation isn’t a condition, if you are experiencing poor circulation in your feet this is often a symptom Read moreCategory: Foot Care -
What to Do When You Keep Getting Blisters
posted: Jul. 31, 2018.
A foot blister is a small pocket of fluid that forms on the foot. Blisters can be painful while they heal. Foot blisters are caused by several things, including friction, Read moreCategory: Foot Care -
What is Causing My Ankle Pain?
posted: Jul. 26, 2018.
Ankle pain is fairly common and can be a symptom of a number of podiatry problems. In many cases, ankle pain may be the result of a simple ankle sprain. Read moreCategory: Foot Care,  Podiatry,  Foot Issues,  Foot Conditions,  Foot Pain,  Ankle Pain,  Foot Injuries -
Basic Foot Care Guidelines
posted: Jul. 18, 2018.
Foot care is something that is important to your overall well-being and is something that is often overlooked. There are some basic guidelines you can follow in order to keep Read moreCategory: Foot Care -
What You Can Do About Hammertoes
posted: Jul. 05, 2018.
When most people think about foot deformities they most often think about bunions; however, hammertoes are just as common. This unassuming deformity comes about gradually, so you may not even Read moreCategory: Foot Care -
Heel Pain Treatment Options
posted: Jun. 14, 2018.
Are you dealing with heel pain? If so, you aren’t alone. Foot pain, particularly heel pain, is one of the most common complaints and most people will deal with pain Read moreCategory: Foot Care -
Choose the Best Shoes and Socks for Your Child's Developing Feet
posted: Jun. 04, 2018.
While it might not be something you think about often (or at all), the health of your child’s feet is important. Your child is growing by leaps and bounds and Read moreCategory: Foot Care -
What is Causing My Heel Pain
posted: Apr. 24, 2018.
Has walking become a painful experience due to heel pain? Our Norridge, IL, podiatrist, Dr. Laura Pickard, discusses several causes of the pain and shares treatment options. Aging As you grow older, Read moreCategory: Foot Care,  Podiatry,  Foot Issues,  Foot Conditions,  Foot Pain,  Ankle Pain,  Foot Injuries -
Treating Fungus Toenails
posted: Jan. 24, 2018.
What's the big deal? You just have a couple of yellow, thick toenails, right? Well, this condition likely is toenail fungus, or onychomycosis, and it's not pretty. Beyond that, though, toenail fungus Read moreCategory: Foot Care,  Podiatry,  Foot Issues,  Foot Conditions,  Foot Pain,  Ankle Pain,  Foot Injuries