Arthritis Awareness Month: Understanding How Arthritis Manifests in the Feet

Arthritis Awareness Month: Understanding How Arthritis Manifests in the Feet

It’s Arthritis Awareness Month, and since foot arthritis causes a variety of symptoms that impact mobility and overall quality of life, it’s important to the team at Desert Podiatric Medical Specialists that patients understand how arthritis affects the feet. Symptoms of Foot Arthritis Foot arthritis can present with various symptoms, including pain, stiffness, swelling, and…

Arthritis and Podiatry

Arthritis and Podiatry

Podiatry deals with issues of the lower legs, feet, ankles, and walking mechanics. This diverse field covers the identification, management, and control of several foot problems. Patients who have arthritis may find podiatry to be very helpful. This is because arthritis frequently affects the joints in the feet, making it challenging to stand or walk….

Why Does the Top of My Foot Hurt?

Why Does the Top of My Foot Hurt?

Foot injuries and ankle sprains are two common problems that can directly or indirectly cause pain and discomfort on the top of the foot. Since pain from toe injuries or even systemic diseases like peripheral artery disease can cause top-of-the-foot pain, it’s important to see your foot doctor for the proper care. 5 common causes or contributing factors to…

4 Ways Aging Affects Your Feet

4 Ways Aging Affects Your Feet

All the wear and tear of daily living adds up over time with a variety of foot and ankle problems becoming increasingly more likely and more severe. Toe deformities like bunions and hammertoes are more common and immune and circulation problems can add a host of other worrisome issues. Fortunately, by making regular visits to your foot doctor you…

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