3 Things to Know About Falls
September is Falls Prevention Awareness Month. Each year, we use this time to revisit this topic. Injuries from this event can affect many people, but senior citizens are at a higher risk. There is good news, though.
Flat Feet: Fixing the Pain
We all started with flat feet. It is just a part of how we grow and develop. Over time, our arches form. The development can happen around age 6. However, there is a chance this doesn’t happen. When this occurs, you have a condition known as flat feet.
Is It Too Soon to Call the Podiatrist?
Do you ever wonder if you are bothering your podiatrist? We hope this thought quickly leaves your mind. We are here to help with all foot-and-ankle problems that are causing you discomfort. We are waiting for your call because we know how much foot pain can interrupt your life. If you are wondering if it’s…
Touchdown Tips: Knowing Football Foot Injuries
Today, The Desert Podiatric Medical Specialists will share some common football injuries that can impact your ability to score the winning touchdown. While we’re touching on what could go wrong, we’re sharing ways to make things right before an injury occurs. Prevention is one of our favorite topics as podiatrists.
Get Your Feet Right for Golf
The Desert Podiatric Medical Specialists hope you know and appreciate the beauty of a golf swing. It is high-powered and incredible to watch. For the golfers, though, there is a risk of this repetitive motion. Can you imagine how much golfers practice to perfect their swing? After all, it’s one moment on the course to drive you to the next hole.
Back-to-School Foot Basics
There is still time left for summer fun, but things are winding down. August is National Back to School Month. Now is the time to prepare to switch gears. Are you prepared to give your child a strong start — starting with their foot health?
Diabetes and Foot Ulcers
If you have diabetes, it may feel like you have plenty of other health challenges to manage. Checking your blood sugar levels regularly is one of them. Staying on top of diet and exercise is another. Unfortunately, one of the common complications that can come with this condition is a diabetic foot ulcer. It is a sore or open wound on the foot.
The Right Way to Trim
Before your next toenail trimming session, think about how confident you are with your clippers. Do you know how often to clip, or which clipper to use? Considering these questions can help you prevent one common toenail trouble: ingrown toenails. We always encourage our patients to take time for their foot hygiene, and this step is no different.
Summer Fashion Can Affect Your Walk
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,…
Hammertoes Can Be Painful and Can Cause Skin Irritation
One important part of our daily health care routine is a foot exam. Do you check your feet every day? This hard-working pair is usually the furthest from our mind (figuratively and literally!) but it’s a good habit to get into. As you inspect your toes, you may notice that they look different or unusual….
Plantar Fasciitis and Innovative Radial Pulse Therapy
Heel pain is a frequent complaint at our office, and one of the most common causes of heel pain is plantar fasciitis. The plantar fascia is a thick band of tissue that runs along the sole of the foot along the foot’s arch, connecting the heel bone to the toes. Overpronation, where the foot rolls…
Halloween Foot and Ankle Safety: Do’s and Don’ts
Halloween: A child’s favorite holiday! Dress up like Batman, Cinderella or a wicked witch, eat lots of candy and stay up late! The last thing that a trick or treater or a parent wants is a foot or ankle injury that will spoil all the fun. But walking on unfamiliar ground that may be uneven…
All About Orthotics
Is “orthotics” a mysterious term for you? If you think about the origin of the word, it will be easier to understand. The word “orthotic” is Greek and means to straighten or align. Orthotics are shoe inserts that can help relieve fatigue in your feet and also give them support and comfort. Orthotics are not…
Preventing Football Injuries
They don’t call it football for nothing! Your feet really take a beating when playing America’s favorite fall sport. Even the name says it all – “football” – because you kick the ball with your feet. In fact, for many years a forward pass was illegal and all movement depended on kicking the ball. Whether…
Reduce Your Chance of Falling in Fall Prevention Month
Fall is upon us, which means that it’s a great time to talk about another type of fall – being injured in a fall. That’s why September is Fall Prevention Month. Incredibly, one out of every four Americans experiences a fall each year. Every 11 minutes, an older person is treated in an emergency room…
PinPointe FootLaser Targets Toenail Fungus
Are your toenails less attractive than they could be? Are they discolored, becoming loose or brittle and thickened? Fungal nails are more than a cosmetic problem, and if not treated properly, can lead to pain and difficulty walking or running. The infection can be transmitted to other toenails and even to the fingernails. An injury…
Do My Bunions Require Surgery?
If you have a painful bump on the outside base of your big toe that appears red and swollen, you may have a bunion. With this deformity, your big toe pushes against the second toe and forces the big toe joint to grow larger. The pressure of the toe in an unnatural position along with…
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