Clinical

Custom orthotics are like eyeglasses for the feet.  With the exception of trauma and systemic disease, abnormal angulation in gait is likely the cause of the patient’s presenting symptoms. Movement patterns and mechanics of the foot, ankle, leg, core need to be considered in order to effectively manage these concerns to provide effective treatment that … Read more

Foot and ankle services are performed for multiple residents in the facility on a regular interval basis as part of limb preservation. We are currently not accepting new facilities. Please contact the following resources to inquire about service availability: We also do not provide care to private homes. Please consider the following resources for care … Read more

Diabetes from Chicago Health SMB Brands on Vimeo. What Is Diabetes? Diabetes is the inability to manufacture or properly use insulin, and it impairs the body’s ability to convert sugars, starches, and other foods into energy. The long-term effects of elevated blood sugar (hyperglycemia) can lead to serious damage to the eyes, heart, kidney, nerves, … Read more

Oftentimes, our precious patients will present with painful foot conditions due to shoes they have to wear for work.  We work with our patients to come up with the best solutions available to minimize foot pain and accommodate for life’s necessities. If you choose to wear high heels frequently, you may experience pain that’s common among those … Read more

Fall Prevention for Seniors from Chicago Health SMB Brands on Vimeo. Each second of each day in the United States, an elderly person falls. This statistic is why falls are the number one cause of injuries and death among older adults according to the CDC. Since over 10,000 Americans turn 65 each day, the number … Read more

Heel Fissures from Chicago Health SMB Brands on Vimeo. An uncomfortable and often painful foot condition known as cracked heels may occur for a variety of reasons. The most common cause is dry skin, which causes the cracks, also known as fissures, to develop. The skin may become dry for several reasons including standing for … Read more

Frostbite from Chicago Health SMB Brands on Vimeo. Extreme cold temperatures may cause permanent damage to the structures of the foot and ankle, including blood vessels, nerves and skin.  It is important to get the condition treated right away, and ongoing treatment may be necessary to ensure the best function of the foot. Frostbite occurs … Read more

Blisters from Chicago Health SMB Brands on Vimeo. Blisters are caused by increased friction on the skin of the feet due to activity.  Well-fitting shoes and even double socks may be needed to treat the condition.  If blisters are deep, the underlying skin could be ulcerated or cause an infection.  These conditions need to be … Read more

Bunions are usually genetic or caused by other conditions that make you walk on the inside of your foot, causing the big toe to go toward the second toe, then pushing out the bone behind the big toe bone (first metatarsal) and increasing the angle between the first and second metatarsals.  This will lead to … Read more

Our office is a referral source in Seattle for pediatrics due to special background Dr. Hoy has in treating children’s foot conditions.  Growing pains and ingrown toenails are very common conditions treated in our office. Teaching children the importance of taking care of their feet is crucial in their overall health. There are several things … Read more