Symptoms
- Numbness, pain, or swelling in one foot
- Nail fungus
- Continuous heel pain
- Ulcers and infection
- An ingrown toenail
- Bunions
- Painful corns or calluses
- Joint pain in the foot or ankle
Diagnosis
Conditions we treat include:
- Aging feet
- Athlete's foot (tinea pedis) that is a fungal infection of the skin that typically starts between the toes. It is prevalent among individuals whose feet have become extremely sweaty while confined in shoes that are too tight
- Blisters
- Bunions and metatarsalgia (pain in the ball of the foot)
- Corns and calluses
- Diabetes-related issues
- Dry and cracked heels
- Flat feet and cavus feet, over-pronation and supination
- Gout
- Heel pain and fasciitis
- Sports injuries
- Toenail problems (thickened, fungal, ingrown toenails)
- Verrucae
Treatment
Treatment approaches can differ based on the patient's symptoms and type of diagnosis. Our podiatrists utilize a number of therapies, both medical and non-medical, to address their patients’ concerns.
Risk factors
- Certain jobs—Some jobs may raise the risk of injury, such as construction. Other problems may be from repetitive use on the job, such as in the food service industry.
- Sports—People who do high-impact exercise are at risk for plantar fasciitis, heel spurs, sesamoiditis, Achilles tendinopathy, and stress fractures.
- Smoking—Smoking slows healing. This may result in foot problems that become uncomfortable due to improper healing.
- Diabetes—People with diabetes are susceptible to severe foot infections because of poor circulation.
- Obesity – Those who are overweight place greater strain on their feet. This increases the likelihood of foot and ankle problems.
- People with osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, gout, and some hereditary disorders are also susceptible to foot pain.
Prevention
- Clean your feet daily and wear clean, dry socks
- Inspect your feet regularly
- Cut nails carefully and regularly
- Always wear well-fitted shoes
- Moisturize your feet at night
- Keep your blood sugar under control
Screening
If you have diabetes, you should see the podiatrist once a year for a foot exam to help prevent diabetes-related foot issues