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It may feel like everything has stopped growing for the season, but there is one thing that hasn’t: your child’s feet. Children often experience growth spurts, and we can sometimes miss the signals that it is time for a new pair of shoes. If there’s one thing that we know, wearing the wrong size shoes…
Did you know that you can make lifestyle changes now and reduce your risk for a common condition? February is American Heart Month, and we’re here to talk with you about peripheral arterial disease, commonly known as PAD. The disease is a result of blocked or narrowed blood vessels. Unfortunately, this scenario impacts how blood flows…
Have you ever wondered what could go wrong if you ignored your ingrown toenail? While it is downright uncomfortable, there’s a more dangerous detail: infection. If someone fails to treat a worsening ingrown toenail and ignores the signs of an active infection, there can be some serious consequences. Before we get to what could possibly go…
Katie Ormerod suffered a painful, career-pausing injury one day before competing in the Pyeongchang 2018 Olympic Winter Games. While training, the British snowboarder came off of a rail too early. The early departure caused her to split her right heel bone in half. Reading over those words paints a picture of pain. The injury itself was incredibly…
Happy New Year! January is a great time to refresh your memory on all-things awareness. Why not start with a reminder about Thyroid Awareness Month? If you’re not too familiar with this gland, don’t worry. We’re here to help you learn more about how this gland has a total-body impact. The Desert Podiatric Medical Specialists want to help…
Yikes! Were you expecting your winter vacation weather to be this cold? If you’re traveling to the slopes, make sure you’ve planned from head to toe. The Desert Podiatric Medical Specialists know that we often think about how many hats we’ll need or gloves, but have you thought about your foot needs, too? We’re here to help…
From losing weight to eating better, many people are ready to think of something new for 2022. They are wondering what they do differently to live better, healthier lives. We love this kind of thinking. We also know that it can become overwhelming. How do you respond when you don’t meet your goal? The Desert…
Crunch! Uh oh. The sound of a crunch can mean a few things, and sometimes it’s not a good sound. Did you step on an ornament or a piece of leftover glass from an earlier accident? Whatever you do, stop, look, and make the right move. Face it — holiday decorations can go up pretty…
If you’re wondering about the foot care gifts on your shopping list, yes — they’re worth it. While you may consider other types of presents more practical, shopping for our feet is not a pointless task. We could also splurge a bit more on our foot care. We’re going to share three gifts that will…
Is your team playing this weekend? Whether you’re watching the big game or cheering on the athlete in your family, you hold your breath for a moment when someone is injured. Witnessing someone in pain or wondering the extent of an injury can be frightening. As a parent of an athlete, the wait can seem…
Did you know that December 4 is National Sock Day? We love a day to celebrate the often-colorful accessories that also serve a greater purpose for our foot health. The holiday celebrates the socks that have stuck together. We’re talking about the big win of finding a matching pair of socks. While we think about…
For patients who have diabetes, wearing the wrong size can cause serious problems. From shoes that are too tight or too loose, there are a few complications that our doctors commonly see. What can help? Work with a shoe salesperson. They often use a tool known as the Brannock Device. Charles Brannock receives credit for his invention…
Foot pain can seriously impact your daily routine and in certain cases change your life. In particular, diabetic foot ulcers can lead to potentially severe conditions. These ulcers usually occur on the bottom of feet and afflict diabetics. If left untreated, they can turn into infections and sometimes require amputation. The Desert Podiatric Medical Specialists…
Chilblains are a painful and irritating condition that occurs when your blood vessels get exposed to the cold. As winter is coming, this could likely happen to you. When it does, you will see red patches on your skin, blisters, and you can experience itching and swelling. It likes to occur on your feet and hands and…
Your heels take quite a beating throughout the day, and with the weather changing all the time, they can crack, peel, and cause bleeding. When this happens, you need to treat it right away, or as a person with diabetes, you need to go to a podiatrist. Untreated cracks will cause bacteria and infections, which…
When fall comes, you may think of pumpkins, hot drinks, and fun outside. However, putting your flip-flops away for a few months means that you have new issues with your feet that you will need to address. Thankfully, there are many ways that you can keep your feet safe while still enjoying the pumpkin patch. Keeping Your…
We all know that when our toenails are healthy, they should look clear. But what happens when they begin to turn all of the colors you see in a rainbow? It could be a minor injury and potentially nothing which should cause worry. However, it can also be something more severe, and you may need to pay…
Raynaud’s disease is an affliction that causes certain areas of your body to feel cold or numb. When you have this disease, it causes the smaller arteries that are in charge of supplying blood to become narrower. When this happens, blood flow is limited, which causes issues throughout the body. This is a severe condition…
Athlete’s foot occurs between the toes. The fungal infection commonly occurs in those who have sweaty feet. You will notice this is an issue if you have a scaly rash on your foot that creates burning and itching on your feet. Highly contagious, it can spread through towels, clothing, floors, or sharing shoes. We recommend…
Our feet have a bigger job than we think, and they need the proper care. As we become more active, get older, and continue to go about our daily lives, you can find that our feet suffer from various issues that can cause pain and other problems later on. Thankfully, a podiatrist knows how to…
Falling can be a frightening thing. As we get older, we become more susceptible, and it can become more dangerous if we are not careful. Health conditions, hearing, and vision, also play a part. So how can we have the ability to stop ourselves from falling? No worries! With these tips, you will be able to…
Haglund’s Deformity is a rare condition, defined as the occurrence of a bony enlargement that appears on the back of your heel. Rubbing against shoes will cause this issue to affect the Achilles tendon and its surrounding tissue, leading to a new condition, bursitis. With these issues wreaking havoc on your foot, you will notice pain…
Ingrown toenails are a common condition. It occurs when the corners of your toenails grow into your flesh. While this can also happen at the sides of the toes, you may notice the corners bleed and are more painful or tender. If the pain spreads beyond your toe, you will need to see your podiatrist….
Summer is a popular time for people to get in shape and try new workouts. While that is a positive thing to strive for, people don’t understand that many injuries can occur due to the strain. Because of this, you need to be aware of what can happen if you push yourself too hard this…
Nail fungus is a common problem that starts as a discolored spot under the tip of your toenail. When the infection goes deeper, you will have a nail beginning to thicken, crumble, and smell. Many things can cause nail fungus. In particular, older adults are at a higher risk of developing a nail infection. If…
Corns occur in both men and women of any age. They appear as hard, thick layers of skin that will happen when you have created friction and pressure on specific areas of your foot. While corns aren’t pretty to look at, they generally will not cause you pain, and they are reasonably easy to remove. In fact,…
Many people choose to wear flip-flops in the summertime, not realizing that they can damage your stride and feet. Flip-flops do not offer support or cushioning, and your toes tend to curl to grip tightly to the shoe surface, eventually causing mobility issues. Over time, you may also experience back pain, hip or knee misalignment,…
Running is a great activity to improve your health, but it can also damage your feet unless you take preventive steps. Luckily for runners, there are simple tips that you can use to keep yourself in great form. Tips to Prevent Harm to Your Feet Wear the proper shoes Wearing running shoes helps prevent pain, rubbing, blisters,…
Our feet aren’t always on our minds. If we want our feet to stay healthy, we should give them some well-deserved love and attention. In doing so, your walk will improve, and you can avoid pain. In addition to that, you can prevent critical problems that happen as you age. Treating Your Feet Dry your…
Walking barefoot can be a fun experience. When you walk barefoot, though, you should know that it can hurt the health of your feet. Walking barefoot on a hard surface can cause your foot to collapse from the added stress to the foot. It may also cause infections because your feet are exposed to bacteria…
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