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Saturday, November 10th, 2007Athlete’s foot is a very common skin condition, in fact many people will develop it at least once. However it is uncommon in women and children.
Moisture, sweating and lack of proper ventilation of the feet is the perfect environment for the fungus of athlete’s foot to grow. Athlete’s foot should not be ignored–it can be […]
Sandal Pain in Men
Tuesday, July 17th, 2007Originally worn by the Romans, sandals are growing in popularity, as much as 20% in the last 2 years. Along with the growing popularity of men’s sandals come more aches and pains for male feet. Doctors with the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons (ACFAS) say the wrong sandal could cause problems including […]
Thickening Toenails
Wednesday, December 6th, 2006Thickening of the toenails is fairly common. Physical damage to your toenail, fungal infection and Psoriasis may be the root cause. Old people also often have thickened, hard toenails, probably because of the damage they have sustained over the years, and because their nails grow more slowly, it takes longer to repair the damage.
For treatment […]
Red Feet
Wednesday, December 6th, 2006If the skin on your feet seems smooth and normal, aside from just being red, then it may be a circulation problem. This may particularly be the case if your feet are red when you are sitting down or standing up, and then when you raise your feet, they return to normal color or become […]
Erythromelalgia
Wednesday, December 6th, 2006Erythromelalgia, or EM, is a rare disorder that can occur at any age and affects both genders. The cause of EM is usally unknown but sometimes is secondary to other medical conditions including autoimmune, neurologic or blood disorders. Lupus, polycythemia vera and multiple sclerosis are examples. Some people with EM have other family members with […]
Over-the-counter Treatment for Corns
Wednesday, December 6th, 2006Excessive pressure on a particular area of the foot may cause a corn to form. A corn is a growth of skin protein or a toughening of the outer layers of the skin. Soft corns are nodules that grow between the toes, most often the fourth and fifth toes. Perspiration causes soft corns to break […]
Over-the-counter Treatment for Warts
Wednesday, December 6th, 2006Warts are actually benign tumors of the epidermis caused by a virus. The virus responsible is the human papillomavirus (HPV), a double-stranded DNA virus. The virus resides in the bottom layer of the epidermis and replicates into almost normal-looking skin.
Contrary to popular belief, warts do not have “roots”. They only grow in the top […]
Preventing Diabetic Amputation
Wednesday, December 6th, 2006People with diabetes have a 15 times greater risk of lower limb amputation than nondiabetic individuals. In many cases, the direct cause of amputation is obscure, although varying degrees of peripheral neuropathy, peripheral vascular disease, trauma, infection, and impaired wound healing are implicated. Foot ulceration, gangrene, and amputation result from the synergy of these underlying […]
Hallux Rigidus (Stiff Big Toe)
Wednesday, December 6th, 2006Hallux rigidus is a disorder of the joint located at the base of the big toe. It causes pain and stiffness in the big toe, and gets worse with time. Stiff Big Toe is actually a form of degenerative arthritis or wearing out of the cartilage. This joint is called the metatarsophalangeal, or MTP joint. […]
Surgery of the Foot
Wednesday, December 6th, 2006Based on the condition and the chronic nature of the disease, surgery can provide relief of pain and restore mobility in many cases. There have been various modifications and surgical enhancements regarding surgery of the foot. Your podiatric surgeon will determine which method is best suited for you.
There are certain conditions that are commonly relieved […]
Orthotic Shoe Devices
Wednesday, December 6th, 2006Orthotic shoe devices are molded pieces of rubber, leather, metal, plastic, or other synthetic material that are inserted into a shoe. A foot pad or heel insert are considered an orthotic device, so is a custom molded, individually designed shoe insert or brace. Their purpose is to balance the foot in a neutral position, cushion […]
Economy Class Syndrome
Wednesday, December 6th, 2006People who have a history of cardiovascular disease, stroke or thrombotic episodes (blood clots) are at risk of getting blood clots in their legs (especially between the ankle and upper calf) during extended airplane flights. Developing DVT after a long plane ride is called “economy-class syndrome”. Seating and leg room are particularly cramped for passengers […]
Mallet Toes
Wednesday, December 6th, 2006Mallet toe occurs when the joint at the end of the toe cannot straighten. Excessive rubbing of the mallet toe against the top of the shoe can lead to pain and the development of a corn. The tip of the toe is often turned down against the shoe causing pressure and discomfort. Mallet toes can […]
Overlapping toes
Wednesday, December 6th, 2006Overlapping toes can occur in any of the toes and can cause extreme irritation if not corrected. Deformities of the toes are common in the pediatric population. Generally they are congenital in nature with both or one of the parents having the same or similar condition and almost never will a child outgrow overlapping toes.
Underlapping […]
Morton’s Neuroma
Wednesday, December 6th, 2006A neuroma is a benign tumor of a nerve. Morton’s neuroma isn’t tumor, but just a thickening of the tissue that surrounds the digital nerve which leads to the toes. It usually happens between the third and fourth toes because of an irritation, injury or a lot of pressure.
Most of the time you can’t see […]
Morton’s Toe
Wednesday, December 6th, 2006Morton’s Toe or Morton’s Foot is really common. It’s easy to recognize because the second toe is longer than the Big Toe. In fact, almost everyone has it.
About 50 years ago, Dr. Brian A. Rothbart, DPM, PhD, discovered that when the ankle is aligned close to its optimal functional position to best support the body, […]