Diabetic Foot Ulcers
It may not surprise you to hear, but complications from diabetes are the top cause of non-traumatic lower-limb amputations in the US. What may give you pause is the …
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Plantar Fasciitis Pain
As podiatrists, we often hear the general complaint of “heel pain” or pain underneath the foot that is sharp when first standing and walking, but as time goes on …
Morton's Neuroma
Have you ever felt like there was a pebble in your shoe, or that your sock keeps bunching up under your foot? You may be experiencing the early stages …
Stress Fractures
Stress fractures, sometimes referred to as hairline fractures, are a common injury that podiatrists see regularly in their offices. Usually a patient will present with symptoms like tenderness in …
Achilles Tendon Injuries
We’ve all heard the Greek myth of Achilles, hero of the Trojan wars and subject of Homer’s The Iliad. Legend says that the infant Achilles was dipped into the …
Summer Foot & Ankle Injuries
Summer is the most active season for adults and children alike. It is also the most active season for foot and ankle injuries. From the beach to the mountains …
Best Shoes for Summer
Summer and it’s sweltering heat is finally upon us. With summertime comes a bevy of different shoe choices and from podiatrists point of view these selections are very important …
Good Foods for Gout
Gout is a rheumatic disease, it causes inflammation and pain in the joints and muscles, most frequently the joints of the foot. Gout is the result of too much …
Stop Running Injuries Before They Start
Did you know that the majority of runners have suffered a running injury in the past 12 months? Running is of course a great way to stay active and …
Treating Toenail Fungus
It never gets very cold in Georgia compared to other parts of the country, but even by our standards it’s been a warm winter. As the temperatures rise even …