Say Goodbye To Smelly Shoes

Eliminate Shoe Odors with these easy steps! Learn how moisture leads to smelly shoes & follow our cleaning guide. For foot & ankle care, contact PodiatryCare, P.C. and the Heel Pain Center.

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3 Reasons Why You Have Arch Pain

Experiencing frustrating arch pain? Learn from PodiatryCare, PC, and the Heel Pain Center about the problems that are most likely to cause your pain.

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Fixes For Nail Fungus

Despite how common nail fungus is, dealing with it isn’t easy. Most cases of nail fungus are mild, but some people may need help if the infection worsens. Either way, asking your podiatrist for help is always a great first step. Staying informed and up-to-date can also aid in preventing your fungus from becoming a more serious issue.

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Plan For a Walk This Fall

If you’re not walking this fall season, you’re missing out. Why? There are so many health benefits associated with taking steps at a slower pace. Remember, running isn’t the only way to include exercise in your day. From head to toe, a brisk walk can bring you better health.

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Fall Plans: September is Falls Prevention Month

September is Falls Prevention Awareness Month. It’s a time for us to share with our patients how important it is to reduce their risk of a tumble. For patients who are 65 and older, the risk of falling is greater and comes with the chance of severe injury. From head injuries to broken bones, we want to see you and your loved ones avoid all this discomfort.

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The Facts About Flat Feet

The doctors at PodiatryCare, PC and the Heel Pain Center are here to help you with the facts. What does it mean if you have flat feet? Will the condition cause a major change in your life? As podiatrists, we know that every patient is unique. Each one may have a unique experience with a condition. Well, something similar is true for people who have flat feet.

3 Common Football Foot and Ankle Injuries

The doctors at PodiatryCare, PC and the Heel Pain Center work with football players, too — maybe the ones on your local high school team. What’s most important is for us to help our neighborhood athletes reduce their risk of injury. If bumps and bruises occur, we are here to help with a prompt diagnosis and a specific treatment plan.

Are You Paying Attention to Your Ulcer?

What is one of the worst things to do with a diabetic foot ulcer? Leave it alone. That’s right – a cut or wound on your foot requires your undivided addition. Most importantly, it requires a call and a visit to your podiatrist. For patients with diabetes, an ulcer is a common complication. It can become dangerous when the cut is slow to heal and becomes infected. Severe consequences can lead to limb loss or even death.

Bearing with Bunions

Do you have a bunion? If you are not sure, take a close look along the side of your big toe joint. For most people with this condition, the physical sign is an easy way to confirm. The tricky thing about a toe deformity like this one is that pain is not always a problem. However, we don’t want you to be deceived. A toe deformity deserves your attention.

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Moving Forward with a Fracture

The doctors at PodiatryCare, PC and the Heel Pain Center want to use this blog to share more about this injury, treatment options, and the several types. Did you know there are many types of fractures? There are quite a few, and it takes a medical professional to make the correct diagnosis.

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3 Things You Should Do to Manage Diabetes

Whether you have been managing diabetes for a decade or 10 days, we hope a few tips will encourage you to stay the course.

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Skincare and Skin Cancer

Skin cancer signs are often visible, so we want to equip you to not miss changes that can have a life-changing effect.

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Pool Problems

Whether you are new to swimming or have been swimming for seasons, there are helpful tips to stay safe at the pool.

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Race Day Tips: Before and After

Are you ready to run your race this season? Watch for common foot conditions that can become a problem, from bunions to blisters to breaks. Here are ways to treat your feet before and after the race.

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Putting Your Foot Health First

April is National Foot Health Awareness Month, and we hope to remind you to put your feet first.

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Spring Sports and Ankle Sprains

Did you know that ankle sprains are common concerns for parents as their little ones or teens take the field, track, or court?

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Deal-breakers for Spring Shoe Shopping

We’ve seen the downside of picking the wrong shoes. They were popular or cool but lacked support. From flat feet pain to irritating bunions, there are many cons to choosing shoes unwisely.

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What to Consider While Walking

Although walking is considered a low-impact exercise, there is still much preparation. From foot health to overall health, do your part to make sure that you are doing it the right way.

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To-do List for Podiatry Visits

We encourage patients to spend a few moments to plan for their next visit. Follow along during the blog, and we’ll show you that it can be as easy as 1, 2, 3.

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A Plan for Pediatric Foot Care

Think about ways to start a conversation with your child about their shoes. Then, create a plan to stay on track with growth spurts.

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