Often before going to visit a podiatrist, clients ‘prepare’ their feet for the visit. Unfortunately, though, not all of these preparations are beneficial. If you are getting ready to head to your podiatrist here are a few things you should do, as well one thing that you should avoid doing. Do: Take Notes on Your Condition Taking notes on your […]

The skin on your feet is one of only two places that have no oil glands, the other being the palms of your hands. Because of this, the feet are naturally dry, but if left uncared for, they can become problematic. If you don’t care for your feet, they eventually become dry and cracked. Not only is this unappealing, but […]

It is a natural part of life –as you age, so do your feet. When your feet are young they are stronger and more resilient. The joints and bones are strong and the blood supply is good. Your feet are, as a whole –healthy. But as you become older, your feet tend to lose their resilience, and are less able […]

Let’s face it –your feet are the most often-neglected part of your body. We only pay attention to our feet when they start to hurt. This is unfortunate since your feet have an important role to play –they bear your entire weight day after day, and support the rest of your body as well. Taking care of your feet is […]

When it comes to caring for your feet, there’s a good chance that you already do a number of things to prevent injury or infection. You wash and care for them, wear proper footwear, and occasionally take time to check them over. Sometimes though, you may need an expert’s advice on your feet. For this reason, it’s important to have […]

A podiatrist is a doctor that specializes in treating foot problems. Some podiatrists narrow their field of practice to treat certain injuries, such as sports related injuries, while others offer treatment for a wide variety of injuries and foot-related problems. Finding a doctor that you feel comfortable with can be a challenge. Understanding and finding the right podiatrist is no […]