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How Long Does it Take for a Skin Graft to Heal on Your Foot?

A skin graft can prevent a diabetic foot ulcer from becoming a limb-threatening situation, but it does require a recovery period. Here’s what to expect. 

Apr 2nd, 2024

When to Seek Professional Care for Foot and Toe Wounds

Sometimes, a wound on your foot or toe heals on its own. But with friction from your shoes and socks and dampness from any foot sweat, some injuries can escalate. Learn when you should see a doctor here.

Mar 14th, 2024

How Long Does it Take to Recover From a High Ankle Sprain?

If you feel pain or have bruising or swelling in the upper part of your ankle, you likely have a high ankle sprain. Healing this ligament injury usually takes a fair amount of time.

Feb 1st, 2024

How PRP Can Alleviate Your Heel Pain

If you’re dealing with persistent heel pain, platelet-rich plasma (PRP) gives you a way to leverage your body’s natural healing ability to resolve it. Learn all about this treatment here.

Jan 16th, 2024

Will Neuropathy Resolve on Its Own?

While your nerves technically can regenerate, neuropathy often won’t heal on its own. Learn why here.

Dec 14th, 2023

Do I Need Surgery to Correct My Bunions?

Bunion surgery corrects the issue in the toe joint, but it’s not always necessary. Some people find relief with more conservative treatment options. Let’s look at your choices here.

Nov 6th, 2023

How Can I Get Rid of My Corns and Calluses?

Even if your corn or callus isn’t painful, you might not want this area of thickened skin on your feet. Here, we explore your options, starting with at-home care.

Oct 3rd, 2023

Can My Ingrown Toenail Heal on Its Own?

An ingrown toenail needs treatment to heal, but you might be able to provide that care at home. Learn about some at-home options to try first and when to seek medical attention here.

Sep 1st, 2023

My Child Has Flat Feet; Should I Be Concerned?

Babies and toddlers need time for their bodies to develop, and the arches of their feet are no exception. Flat feet are normal, to a point. Learn where that line is in this guide.

Aug 2nd, 2023

New to Running? 5 Tips to Prevent Black Toenails

Don’t let runner’s toe keep you from logging miles. Here are five tips to help you prevent black toenails or, if you already have them, keep them from getting worse.

Jul 10th, 2023

5 Signs It’s Time to Consider Bunion Surgery

A few things indicate that you should explore getting your bunion surgically removed rather than living with it and the resulting symptoms. Here are five signs it might be time.

Jun 21st, 2023

How to Prevent Ankle Instability After a Severe Sprain

Rolling your ankle once is already a drag. But if you keep spraining that same ankle, you’re probably dealing with chronic ankle instability. Fortunately, you can do some things to help.

May 24th, 2023

5 Strengthening Exercises for Flat Feet and Fallen Arches

If your arches don’t offer your feet the support they need, it’s time to work some targeted exercises into your routine. Here are five ways to stretch and strengthen your arches.

Apr 13th, 2023

How Biological Skin Equivalents Treat Your Ulcers

If you have a diabetic ulcer on your foot that isn’t healing, biological skin equivalents could be what you need. Here, we explore this exciting, relatively new form of regenerative medicine.

Mar 15th, 2023

Understanding Two Common Types of Neuropathy

You rely on your nerves to convey important messages throughout your body. When you’re living with neuropathy, though, that network fails. Learn about this nerve condition here.

Feb 13th, 2023

My Child Has Plantar Warts: Can You Help?

Plantar warts aren’t anything to worry about, but because they’re on the bottom of your child’s foot, they can be uncomfortable. Learn what to do about them in this quick guide.

Jan 11th, 2023

Can an Ankle Sprain Heal on Its Own?

If you just sprained your ankle, you’re probably wondering how long it’s going to be before you can walk normally again. Learn if you can wait out the healing process or if you should seek medical care.

Nov 10th, 2022

Understanding Conservative Treatment Options for Your Hammertoe

Hammertoe doesn’t always require surgery. Fortunately, you can explore several conservative treatment options to help your toe lay flat.

Oct 17th, 2022

Why Are Diabetics More Susceptible to Neuropathy?

When you have diabetes, it’s fairly common to deal with neuropathy or nerve damage. Here, we explore how your high blood sugar levels affect your nerves — and what you can do to protect them.

Aug 10th, 2022

Plantar Warts in Kids: What You Need to Know

If you notice a wart on the bottom of your child’s foot, don’t worry. Plantar warts are fairly normal. The key is to know how to handle one once you spot it.

Jul 11th, 2022

4 Ways to Prevent or Minimize Bunion Pain

You’re not stuck with bunion pain. Here are four options you can try to ensure you can walk comfortably throughout your day.

Jun 2nd, 2022

How to Tell if Your Ingrown Toenail is Infected

An ingrown toenail infection can become a threat to your overall health if it goes untreated. To help yourself avoid serious complications, watch out for these indicators of an infected ingrown toenail.

May 1st, 2022

5 Soothing Treatments for Achilles Tendon Pain

If you live with pain in the back of your heel or ankle, you can probably blame your Achilles tendon. Learn how to soothe this tendon and get relief here.

Apr 6th, 2022

When an Ingrown Toenail Needs Medical Attention

Some ingrown toenails can be treated at home, but others need medical care. Read on to learn when it’s time to see a doctor.

Mar 1st, 2022

How Being Overweight Harms Your Feet and Ankles

Excess weight can put excess strain on your body, especially your ankles and feet. Let’s take a closer look at the impact being overweight has on your lower extremities.

Feb 8th, 2022

Problems You Get When You Wear the Wrong Shoes

You might not think much about your shoes, but wearing the wrong ones can lead to a whole host of issues. Learn all about the potential podiatric implications of badly fitted shoes here.

Jan 12th, 2022

What’s a Heel Spur, and How Did I Get One?

If you’ve got unexplained pain in your foot that’s grown worse over time, it could be a heel spur. Learn about this common condition — and what you can do to get relief — here.

Dec 6th, 2021

How Post-Traumatic Arthritis Affects the Feet

After an injury, you might deal with the effects long-term. That’s especially problematic if you develop post-traumatic arthritis, which can cause foot and ankle pain. Learn about it — and your options for treatment — here.

Nov 8th, 2021

Different Types of Neuropathy: Symptoms and Treatment

Neuropathy can take different forms. Learn about the two distinct types of neuropathy — and what you can do to ease any symptoms you’re experiencing as a result — here.

Oct 11th, 2021

5 Signs Your Child has a Medical Foot Problem

As you monitor your child’s health and development, it’s easy to overlook their feet. But these five warning signs warrant a visit to the podiatrist.

Sep 8th, 2021

When is a Podiatrist Necessary for an Ingrown Toenail?

Ingrown toenails can be painful, annoying, and unpleasant to deal with. Knowing when to go to a podiatrist for this issue can save you a lot of discomfort, and help you avoid complications and infection.

Aug 8th, 2021

Is PRP Right for Me?

Platelet-rich plasma therapy has gained popularity for its exceptional healing properties. Read on to learn more about what conditions PRP can treat and if it’s right for you.

Jul 14th, 2021

Common Causes of Bunions

You’ve probably seen bunions before – you may even have had them. But do you know what causes them? Read on to learn about the common causes of bunions.

May 19th, 2021

Understanding Toenail Fungus

Toenail fungus can turn into more than just a cosmetic concern. Read on to learn about this common infection and how to treat it.

Apr 21st, 2021

Could Your Ankle Pain Stem From Your Achilles Tendon?

If you’re experiencing pain around your ankle, you may have an injury to your Achilles tendon that’s mistaken for a simple sprain. Read on to learn how to recognize the difference.

Mar 1st, 2021

Recognizing the Signs of a Stress Fracture

If you’re experiencing tenderness or sharp pain in your foot, you may have sustained a stress fracture. Read on to learn about warning signs you should look out for.

Feb 4th, 2021

Can Hammertoes Be Halted?

Hammertoes may not be dangerous, but they are uncomfortable and can lead to other issues. If you’re struggling with hammertoes, read on to learn more about treatment options and if they can be corrected.

Jan 19th, 2021

Common Causes of Pain in the Balls of Your Feet

You may be experiencing pain in the ball of your foot for several reasons. Read on to discover what could be hurting you.

Dec 9th, 2020

Put your best foot forward

When you see two podiatrists together, it usually means something is afoot. In the Childers’ case, it could just mean date night. Samantha Childers and her husband, Ricky, are both podiatrists who have recently opened up their second practice location in R

Nov 25th, 2020

Signs Your Child Has Sever’s Disease

Seeing your child in pain is never easy. For children and adolescents, Sever’s disease is the most common source of heel pain. Read on to familiarize yourself with the signs and symptoms.

Nov 9th, 2020

Are Bunions Avoidable?

Can you avoid developing bunions? It depends on a few factors. Read on to learn more about how to prevent and treat bunions.

Oct 8th, 2020

Is That a Heel Spur — or Plantar Fasciitis?

Heel pain could be a result of more than one issue. Read on to get a better idea of what could be causing yours.

Sep 1st, 2020

5 Unexpected Benefits of Custom Orthotics

Are you considering getting inserts for your shoes, but aren’t sure whether over-the-counter options will work well enough or if you need something more? Read on to discover the benefits of choosing custom orthotics.

Aug 11th, 2020

Learn About Our Brand New PADnet Machine

Peripheral arterial disease is a common condition that may not always show symptoms. Identifying PAD is important in order to avoid further complications. We’ve implemented a new way to catch early signs of PAD, called PADnet. Read on to learn more.

Jul 27th, 2020

Are Your Aging Feet Getting Flatter and Causing Pain? We Have Relief

Our feet have such a small surface area, yet do so much for us day in and day out. It’s no wonder that as we age, they may flatten and cause pain. Read on to find out what treatments we can provide for you.

Jun 16th, 2020

Why Does My Nail Fungus Keep Coming Back?

Are you finding yourself toe-to-toe with recurring nail fungus? We know how frustrating it can be. Here, we discuss the causes of nail fungus and how to deal with recurring infections.

May 4th, 2020

5 Ways to Strengthen Your Ankles to Prevent Sprains

Prevent a future ankle sprain by giving this joint the care and attention it deserves. Read on to learn the best ways to build up your ankles and avoid injury.

Apr 9th, 2020