Why A Primary Care Physician Sends You to a Podiatrist For Ingrown Toenails

Why A Primary Care Physician Sends You to a Podiatrist For Ingrown Toenails

That throbbing pain around your toenail, the redness, the swelling – seems like you’ve got all the telltale signs of an ingrown toenail. But before you head straight to your primary care physician, consider saving yourself a trip: These days, you’ll probably be referred to a podiatrist anyway. Why do you need a specialist visit…

Managing Morton’s Neuroma and Tackling Tarsal Tunnel

Managing Morton’s Neuroma and Tackling Tarsal Tunnel

Issues with the nerves can be complex to resolve, often requiring a multifaceted approach. One particularly prevalent problem is Morton’s neuroma, a condition that involves the thickening of a nerve between your toes. Inflicting an uncomfortable pins-and-needles sensation, neuromas share a few symptoms with another unpleasant affliction: Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome. For this post, Desert Podiatric…

Cozy Comfort, Minus the Foot Frets

Cozy Comfort, Minus the Foot Frets

Slippers could be considered the coziest of all footwear options, yet while they may feel like a fluffy hug for your feet, these indoor options can harbor hidden dangers for your foot health. Desert Podiatric Medical Specialists want to help you with even the most pedestrian foot-care problems before they turn into something worse. This…

RPT Makes Feet Pain-Free

RPT Makes Feet Pain-Free

Any DPM will tell you that chronic foot and ankle pain can substantially hamper your mobility and detract from your quality of life, making even the most straightforward tasks into arduous trials. But what if there was a treatment that could help you get back on your feet, pain-free, without surgery or injections? An FDA-approved,…

Help With Hygiene 

Help With Hygiene 

Time to break the bad habit! Desert PodiatricMedical Specialists offer hygiene tips for happy feet. Learn about the importance of having clean & dry feet, how to properly trim toenails, moisturize skin, and choose breathable socks. Schedule with our expert DPMs in Tucson, Oro Valley, and Green Valley, AZ.

PAD and Foot Health

PAD and Foot Health

Peripheral artery disease, also known as PAD, affects the blood flow in the blood vessels, specifically the ones furthest away from the heart and brain. PAD can greatly affect the health of our feet and overall happiness. Learn about management and treatment options.

Celebrate National Love Your Feet Month with Proper Foot Care

Celebrate National Love Your Feet Month with Proper Foot Care

August is National Love Your Feet Month. Our feet are incredibly impressive, carrying us through endless strides and exciting journeys. However, we often neglect them until there’s a problem. On this “National Love Your Feet Month,” we’re here to provide you with expert tips on how to keep your feet strong, healthy, comfortable, and ready for any adventure. After all, they deserve the best care possible.

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