Plantar warts, also known as veruca or veruca plantari, are hard growths which grow on the base of the foot. These warts are usually located on the heel or toes, and get their name from their location since the sole of the foot is known as the plantar aspect of the foot. Plantar warts are common warts, and are most […]

While fairly common, ingrown toenails can be extremely painful. Ingrown toenails (onychocryptosis) generally affect the big toe, and while they are most commonly caused by an injury, ill-fitting shoes, or improper foot care –almost anyone can get an ingrown toenail. If you suspect that you have an ingrown toenail, it’s important to seek treatment as quickly as possible to help […]

With the summer months upon us, most of us are breaking out our sandals and flip flops. Feet are one of the most neglected parts of the body –until the sun comes out that is. When the summer months arrive, people expect their feet to be in perfect condition, but unfortunately –this isn’t always the case. After spending months in […]

Common Causes of Foot Pain: Treatment and Prevention With the amount of pressure that’s put on our feet every day, it is not uncommon to have minor foot pains from time to time. While minor aches and pains after a long day on our feet is normal, this doesn’t mean you should ignore foot pain. In some cases, foot pain […]

With the summer months upon us more people are heading outdoors to get some extra exercise in the form of running. While running is a great way to get and stay healthy, sometimes injuries can occur, specifically to the foot and ankles. While some injuries occur without warning, and aren’t always preventable, in many cases, a number of common injuries […]

Hammertoes are a common and painful deformity that is most common in the three middle toes. Hammertoes are toes that appear to be permanently bent. This condition can make it painful to walk, as well as present other foot conditions.  Hammertoes are generally most common in people with diabetes or poor circulation but can be caused by footwear that doesn’t […]

There are more than fifty bones between the two of your feet, this alone accounts for nearly one fourth of all the bones in your entire body. There are also sixty joints and over 200 muscles, tendons, and ligaments that hold them together and facilitate movement. Your feet are, in a word, amazing. They also have a highly demanding and […]

A podiatrist is a foot doctor who is able to diagnose and treat various medical conditions related to feet, ankles, and sometimes even leg structures. Podiatrists are the only health care professionals whose training focuses solely on the care of feet. They’re able to treat nearly any foot problem including the more common ones such as bunions, hammertoes, ingrown toenails, […]

With summer just around the bend, a lot of women are making their way to the nail salon to pamper themselves with a fresh manicure or pedicure. Unfortunately, a lot of fungus and bacteria can linger in these salons. To help keep your nails healthy and free from infection, here are a few tips and things you should be in […]

Foot pain is more common than you may think. Foot pain can develop anywhere in your foot –from the toes, ball, arch, sole, heel and ankle. Here are some common causes of foot pain and how to treat them. Blisters or Corns Corns and blisters are a common cause of foot pain. Causes: Corns are caused by repeated pressure or […]