Bunions Demystified

What Is a Bunion? A bunion, also known as hallux valgus, is a bony bump that forms on the joint at the base of the big toe. This common foot condition occurs when the big toe pushes against the adjacent toe, forcing the joint of the big toe to enlarge and protrude outward.  Bunions can...
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Do I Need Custom Orthotics?

What Are Custom Orthotics? In the business of life, our feet often bear the brunt of our daily activities. Our feet carry the weight of our world, quite literally. Yet we frequently overlook and ignore their well-being until pain forces us to slow down and examine our feet. Remember, foot pain should not be ignored....

What Does a Heel Spur Feel Like?

What Is a Heel Spur? A heel spur is a bony growth that pokes out between the heel and arch on the underside of the foot. On X-rays, they may appear pointy, shelf-like, or hooked. These bony growths are caused by calcium deposits. About 15% of people experience heel spurs, which develop over time. Most...
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Signs You Might Have a Plantar Wart

What Are Plantar Warts? Plantar warts get their name from where they develop on your body. You’ll find a plantar wart on the plantar surface, otherwise known as the sole or bottom of your foot. Warts are a soft tissue condition that can appear anywhere on the skin. They are usually small, rough growths that...
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Heel Pain? It Could Be Plantar Fasciitis

What is Plantar Fasciitis? Are you experiencing pain at the bottom of your heel? Few things in life can completely disrupt normal daily living quite so much as foot pain that keeps you from moving around and doing the things you love. Plantar fasciitis typically causes a dull ache or a stabbing pain on the...

What Is a Matrixectomy? Do I Need One?

Why Would I Need a Matrixectomy? Do you consistently get ingrown toenails? Or maybe you have an ingrown toenail that lingers and won’t seem to go away. Ingrown toenails can be painful and keep you from enjoying your daily activities. Ingrown toenails can happen to anyone at any age. They can result from incorrect toenail...