About Me

Getting My Foot Fixed

A few months ago, I realized that I had a real problem with my left foot. Whenever I started running, I would have this piercing pain alongside my arch, and it was really uncomfortable. I decided that I couldn't let the problem continue, since it started to affect my ability to work out. I thought about it and decided to go to the podiatrist so that I could start finding a solution. It was amazing how much of a difference it made. My doctor found the problem, recommended a treatment, and taught me how to keep the issue from happening again. My blog discusses all things foot-related, from finding cool socks to recognizing the symptoms of injury.

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4 Recovery Tips To Keep In Mind When Undergoing Foot Surgery

Posted on March 28, 2016

Undergoing foot surgery can be a painful procedure that requires an extended recovery time. When foot surgery is done correctly though, and the recovery period is respected, the results can be very restorative to your overall health. Here are a few basic guidelines to keep in mind that will help the recovery process go smoothly and decrease the likelihood of complications arising during the recovery process. #1 Really Take Time To Rest [Read More]

2 Common Foot Injuries From Playing Sports

Posted on February 12, 2016

Feet are a truly amazing part of the body. The foot is used time and time again by athletes out on the football field, basketball court and a whole host of other venues. It gives you balance and helps you move quickly from one place to another. However, your foot could easily end up getting injured playing sports. Check out some of the common foot injuries athletes sustain. Turf toe [Read More]

Make Tracks To A Podiatrist To Address These Three Issues

Posted on December 1, 2015

Dealing with any number of issues with your feet can impact your mobility and quality of life, especially if you have a job that requires a lot of standing. There's no need to suffer -- by visiting a podiatrist, you'll be well on your way to alleviating your foot pain or irritation without the use of pain medication. Here are three common foot-related issues that podiatrists can treat effectively. Plantar Fasciitis [Read More]

4 Things Parents Need To Kmow About Pigeon Toes

Posted on September 30, 2015

Pigeon toes, also known as intoeing, is a gait abnormality that can affect young children. Children with this condition walk with their feet pointed inwards instead of straight ahead. Here are four things parents need to know about pigeon toes. What causes it? Many different factors have been suggested as causes of pigeon toe. A podiatrist will need to examine your child's feet and take a patient history to determine the cause. [Read More]