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Dr. Hoy uses the VIP approach to ulcer care and limb preservation.  This stands for vascular, infection, pressure. Vascular: It is important to make sure there is enough circulation to heal the ulcer or wound.  If the patient has poor circulation, the nutrients and healing factors may not be able to get to the wound … Read more

Orthotics are like eyeglasses and meant to be worn indefinitely.  Eyeglasses change the shape of light to allow one to see better.  Orthotics change the way ground reactive forces hit the feet, to allow one to walk better.  They work to support certain muscles and ligaments, so that there is not excess strain on them.  … 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

Having proper shoes is key to preventing and treating foot pain.  We will discuss the type of shoes that you will need to treat the condition, and prevent the condition from recurring.  Sometimes that may involve getting out of shoes and wear a special post-op shoe or walking cast for awhile.  Dr. Hoy will discuss … Read more

Depending on the sport, your feet and ankles can certainly take a beating from repetitive play. For more information on the injury risk factors while playing your favorite sport, see the topics listed below. Baseball: Your feet and ankles take a beating when you’re playing baseball. Baseball players should be aware of the following risks. … Read more

Diabetics may lose sensation in their feet, usually starting at the toes.  This may cause them not to feel sharp objects that can hurt them.  It is important to check the feet each day for foreign bodies, bleeding, signs of infection, and call the doctor right away if the above are seen.  Diabetic neuropathy can … Read more

Equinus is where the ankle joint does not bend up enough to walk.  The normal angle of the ankle joint going up is 10 degrees with the knee extended.  Equinus can be caused by tight tendons or a bony block like a spur.  This may cause pain with walking and activities.  Treatments include heel lifts, … Read more

Rheumatoid arthritis is a systemic, inflammatory arthritis that needs to be managed by a primary care physician or rheumatologist. Podiatrists can provide care for patients with rheumatoid arthritis by prescribing special shoes or performing surgery for certain painful joint conditions. What Is Rheumatoid Arthritis? Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a disease in which certain cells of … 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