Our podiatrists and office staff keep up with the latest foot-care products and treatment options and share these updates with patients and other visitors to our website in their blog posts. Follow our blog to learn what you can do to improve your foot and ankle health to maintain your active lifestyle.
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Foot of the ClassThe sounds of back to school season include the noisy ruckus of school hallways and the moans and groans over tests, homework, and their aching feet.
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Check Kids’ Feet Before School StartsBack to school season is getting underway, and we have some advice for parents. Dr. Taral Shah says parents should look for these warning signs.
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12 Steps to Happy and Healthier FeetBegin taking good care of your feet today. Set a time every day to check your feet. Note the date of your next visit to the doctor.
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Diabetic Neuropathy: What is it?Diabetic neuropathy in the feet can lead to permanent numbness, deformities such as bunions and hammertoes, and dry skin that cracks open and won't heal.
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Diabetes: You Don’t Have to Face it AloneMaking at least two appointments a year with your podiatrist to have your feet examined is a critical step in avoiding diabetic foot complications.
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60 Seconds to Stomp Out CancerFoot melanoma is the deadliest cancer, but routine foot self-exams can increase early detection, survival, so here are a few tips for how to do that.
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Can You Get Skin Cancer On Your Feet?Skin cancers of the feet have several features in common. Most are painless, and often there is a history of recurrent cracking, bleeding, or ulceration.
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Don’t Get Cut Barefoot!Going barefoot heightens risk for puncture wounds, which require different treatment because the tiny holes often harbor foreign matter under the skin.
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Healthy Feet Make the Best Dancing FeetMost dance injuries can be treated with conservative care if addressed early and not ignored, but if left untreated, may require surgical intervention.
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Don’t Let The Summer Sun Scorch Your Feet!Many don’t realize skin cancer of the foot can occur from unprotected sun exposure, and overlook applying sunscreen to the area.