Charcot foot is a condition that can occur in diabetics, especially those with neuropathy, which could manifest with numbness or tingling. The blood circulation could be higher. One theory is that the nerves do not control the blood well and the increased temperature results in softening and fracture of the bones in the foot. This … Read more

It is very important after an ankle injury to see the podiatrist to make sure there is not an ankle fracture. Signs of a fracture include bruising, redness and swelling. In addition to physical examination, an x-ray is required to diagnose the fracture. Depending on the severity of the fracture, either protected weight bearing, non-weight … Read more

The Achilles tendon is commonly injured especially after activity such as hiking or basketball. Common disorders include rupture, partial rupture, tendinitis and tendinosis. The latter is more long term and involves scar tissue.  Treatments involve protected weight bearing, non-weight bearing, surgery, or extracorporeal shockwave therapy. What Is the Achilles Tendon?   The Achilles tendon is … Read more

Tailor’s bunions involve a bump at the foot at the base of the little toe.   The bump is called the bunion and there may be an increase in the angle between the bones behind the fourth and fifth toes, called the metatarsals. The cause is usually genetic but may also have a biomechanical component. … Read more

Foreign bodies are a common presentation. These vary in severity and depth, as well as type. It is important to update your tetanus vaccination status regularly with your primary care physician’s office. Removal of the foreign body will vary in difficulty. The procedure may be able to be performed in the office or may need … Read more

The posterior tibial tendon is the tendon that holds up the arch. If the foot is flat or pronated this may cause the tendon to have to work harder. Like a rubber band the tendon can stretch out and fail to function well. This can lead to further collapse of the mid- and rearfoot, and … Read more

Orthotics are either functional or accommodative.  Accommodative orthotics are like an egg crate, conforming to bony prominences, calluses or wounds.  Functional orthotics are more widely used; they are like eyeglasses.  Eyeglasses change the angle of light coming into your eyes to help you see better.  Orthotics change the angle the ground reactive forces hit your … Read more

Gout is a very painful condition that involves a red, hot, swollen joint that lasts several days. The condition may come in episodes. The most common location in the foot this occurs is in the big toe joint. A podiatrist can work up the condition. X-rays may be needed to evaluate gouty arthritis, but a … Read more

Chronic ankle instability is a condition where the ankle gives way and sprains often, perhaps several times a month or more. The condition may be caused by severe or repeated ankle injuries. Conservative treatments involve bracing and shoe modifications. Stabilization surgical correction procedures may need to be done. What Is Chronic Ankle Instability? Chronic ankle … Read more

One of the biggest parts of our practice is the production of custom functional foot orthotics.  Custom orthotics are like eyeglasses for the feet.  Functional orthotics change the way ground reactive forces hit the muscles and joints of the feet, much like how eyeglasses change the way light rays enter your eye.  During consultation appointments, … Read more