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  • What Are Fallen Arches?
    Fallen arches, better known as flat feet, are more common than you might realize. While many people have flat feet and don’t even know it, others are dealing with regular Read more
  • Foot Fracture vs. Broken Bone
    The simple answer is that there is no difference between a fracture and a break. From shattered bones to hairline cracks, any damage done to the bones of the feet Read more
  • Arthritis and Your Feet
    Is the pain and stiffness you’re experiencing in your feet and ankles caused by arthritis? If arthritis is left untreated, it’s possible that your symptoms could become so severe that Read more
  • Treating Your Corns
    From running miles to wearing shoes that are too loose or too tight, there are many reasons why you may develop a corn. A corn is your skin’s way of Read more
  • Should I Get Custom Orthotics?
    Our feet are often overworked and underappreciated. They do so much for us and yet we often take them for granted unless they start to cause us issues. Whether you’re Read more
  • What To Do About My Sweaty Feet?
    Sweating occasionally is normal. It could be a particularly hot day or you could simply be hitting your workout hard. In these instances, sweating isn’t just normal, it’s expected; however, Read more
  • Long Term Effects Of Untreated Heel Pain
    You may think that if you leave your heel pain alone, it may just go away on its own. However, leaving heel pain untreated can lead to further complications and Read more
  • Splinters in Your Feet
    Getting splinters in the feet is fairly common. Of course, some people wonder if they can simply leave a splinter in their foot and let it work itself out. Others Read more
  • Finding Relief From Painful Bone Spurs
    Bone spurs may develop on your foot over time and cause severe pain. Recovering from this health issue requires a careful approach and a myriad of different treatments. Understanding each Read more
  • Signs of a Broken Toe
    A broken toe is one of the most common minor injuries that you can suffer. However, sometimes, it can prove difficult to tell whether or not you actually have a Read more
  • When to See Your Local Foot Doctor
    Visiting the podiatrist can help ease your pain and prevent complications from an injury, infection, or disease. Do you know when it's time to pay a visit to Dr. Laura Read more
  • When Should I Be Concerned About Heel Pain?
    Your podiatrist in Chicago, IL, also serving Norridge, IL, can help with heel pain. You can suffer from heel pain for many reasons, and it can disrupt your life. So, how Read more
  • Taking Care of Your Feet When You Have Diabetes
    How your podiatrist in Norridge, IL, can help heal your feet. Diabetes is a common disease, affecting over 29 million people in this country, according to the American Diabetes Association. If Read more
  • Helping You Manage Your Ankle Pain
    Your best podiatric health depends on many factors, including freedom from pain. At Norridge Foot Clinic, Dr. Laura Pickard helps many people in the Norridge, IL, area who have painful Read more
  • The Symptoms of Arch Pain
    The Symptoms of Arch Pain The arches of your feet run along the bottom of your feet from the ball to the heel. They transfer weight and absorb shock when you Read more
  • Preventing Bunion Formation
    If you are suffering from bunions, you know how uncomfortable they can be. Causing friction and pain, these protrusions on the side of your big toe make wearing shoes unpleasant, Read more

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