Why Are My Feet Sweating So Much?
Arizona summers are already hot enough, but if you notice your feet sweating far beyond normal levels, it may be a sign of an underlying issue.
4 Reasons to Not Walk Around Barefoot
There’s nothing quite like the feeling of kicking off your shoes and letting your feet breathe, especially after a long day. And while a few moments barefoot on a clean patch of grass can feel liberating, for us at Desert Podiatric Medical Specialists, advising against walking barefoot (especially inside your home) is one of the most consistent pieces of advice we give.
Recognizing Common Foot Problems: Symptoms and Solutions
Desert Podiatric Medical Specialists understands how important foot health is to patients’ overall well-being, and how recognizing signs of common foot problems is part of keeping feet happy and healthy. Below, the team explores some prevalent foot problems, their symptoms, and when to seek professional help. 1. Plantar Fasciitis Symptoms: Tip: Stretching exercises can help…
Essential End-of-Summer Foot Care Tips
As summer winds down, it’s the perfect time to give some extra love and attention to your feet. After all the sand, sun, and the occasional marathon of summer activities, your feet might be feeling a bit worse for wear, so the foot care experts at Desert Podiatric Medical Specialists are here to help you…
All About Athlete’s Foot
While the name implies that non-athletes may be safe when it comes to developing athlete’s foot, this condition can target anyone. Since this ailment more frequently occurs during hot weather months, it has a way of interrupting summer fun. The team at Desert Podiatric Medical Specialists is here to help patients learn more about this…
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…
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.
The Sockless Dress Shoe Trend: What’s the Problem?
Have you noticed a new fashion trend among men where they wear dress shoes without socks? While it may appear fashionable, learn about its possible adverse effects on your feet.
Can Non-Athletes Get Athlete’s Foot?
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…
Preventing Pesky Plantar Warts This Summer
The Desert Podiatric Medical Specialists shares more information regarding these warts, including how to prevent them.
Keeping Your Child’s Feet Safe This Summer
The warm weather brings a whole new set of activities for children, some of which may lead to foot problems if the proper safety precautions are not in place. At the end of the school year, did your child come home with lists of things to do and read over the summer? At The Desert Podiatric Medical Specialists, we’d like to add one more list – a checklist for taking care of your child’s feet during the summer months.
Avoid the Street When Walking with Bare Feet
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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