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Despite being widespread, there are several myths about fungal foot infections that can lead to confusion and improper treatment. Desert Podiatric Medical Specialists is here to clear up some of the most common misconceptions to help you manage your foot health better. Myth 1: Only Athletes Get Athlete’s Foot While athlete’s foot is commonly associated…
Although they often affect your toenails, nail infections can also harm your fingernails. Sometimes, fungal nail infections begin at the nail’s edge and spread throughout the nail area. Other times, the center of the nail is frequently affected by the infection, which causes the nail to become thicker and often discolored. You might not need…
It may appear that athlete’s foot would exclusively impact athletes; however, that is not the case. You don’t need to be sporty to contract this infection. As many athletes wear closed-toe shoes and frequently use public showers, it is true that athletes are more likely to develop this infection. But even non-athletes can contract this…
Who doesn’t love a nice swim in the pool? From the youngest paddlers to seniors enjoying water aerobics, many people enjoy a swim, and its benefits. The activity is a low-impact option for moving more and improving circulation. Did we mention that swimming is also a fun way to stay cool on the hottest of…
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…
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…
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…
While it might be fashionable to wear shoes without socks, it is not a good practice in terms of foot health for several reasons. Blisters, foot odor, and fungus, none of which are fashionable, are often the results of not wearing socks. Socks are designed to keep your feet safe from uncomfortable friction, infections, and bacteria….
When you go to the nail salon, you want to be pampered and enjoy your time. The last thing that you need is to come away with an infection, but often this occurs when proper disinfecting and sanitizing steps are skipped. Pedicure Pitfalls Fungus––this can happen when the salon fails to clean the foot…
Since fungal toenail infections tend to develop rather slowly, they can be nearly unnoticeable in the beginning with just some minor discoloration being evident. But as the condition progresses, the fungus will have more pronounced effects that may eventually lead to nail removal to treat the underlying infection. Early indications of a fungal toenail infection often include…
Many folks tend to take their feet for granted until a foot or ankle problem develops. While your feet are amazing examples of nature’s engineering, they are still susceptible to a variety of injuries and diseases, many of which can be minimized or prevented with proper foot and ankle care. Here are 5 amazing foot…
Plantar warts grow in the plantar fascia, which is the wide band of tissue on the bottom of your foot that forms your arch. They often remain hidden by the thick skin, with the only signs being a small bump and severe pain when weight is put on the affected foot. Since plantar warts can…
Plantar warts can be a particularly painful type of wart both for their location on the bottom of the foot and the fact that they frequently are hidden by thick, callused skin in the heel and ball areas of the foot.
When you go to a nail salon for a pedicure, you look forward to bringing home 10 beautifully polished nails. What you probably don’t expect is a foot or toenail problem like a fungal infection.
Our poor aching feet! They have more than their share of skin problems in all seasons. Here are the top 5 foot problems that we routinely see in our office.
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