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.
10 Easy Ways to Prevent Foot Pain
Various factors, such as improper shoes, excessive use, and health conditions, can contribute to foot pain. Learn from Desert Podiatry about a few easy ways you can prevent foot pain.
Tips for Finding the Best Work Shoes
When shopping for work shoes, it is not just about style, but ensuring optimal comfort and support. Learn from Desert Podiatric Medical Specialists on how to select the right work shoe to promote foot health.
Know Your Risk of UV Damage
Protect your skin and health from damaging UV rays. Desert Podiatric Medical Specialists wants you to be informed of the risks and preventive measures you can easily take to reduce the dangers of UV exposure
Neglecting Toenail Fungal Infections Can Be Risky
One might be alarmed to know how common and widespread fungal toenails are. Fungi thrive in dark, warm and moist places, making your feet prone to increased risk as they are closed in shoes. Sometimes the fungi just reside on your skin without causing any issues. However, they can infect your nails and nail bed,…
Foot Care for People with Dementia
The aging process can affect your feet and ankles. As we age, our feet tend to flatten and get wider over time. The fatty padding under our feet also thins out with age and becomes vulnerable to damage. For senior citizens with dementia, it is especially essential for caregivers and loved ones to take proper…
5 Tips for Starting a New Exercise Regimen
Are you worn out from your daily routine and finding it hard to exercise? It may be hard but don’t give up on your fitness regime. Find the drive to continue exercising or to develop a completely new strategy. Exercise is beneficial for both the physical and mental well-being of the body. One of the…
How To Best Deal with Toe Cramps
There’s no doubt that the body’s weight is supported by our toes and feet. Due to the pressure exerted on our feet, cramps are a common occurrence, especially while playing sports or exercising. Cramps can range from being a little irritating to being so severe that walking becomes challenging. There are several potential reasons for…
Symptoms That Could Indicate You Have Thyroid Disease
As January is Thyroid Awareness Month, medical professionals all around the globe are taking this opportunity to highlight the importance of a healthy thyroid and its impact on our feet. Here are some important facts that you should know about the thyroid: Symptoms linked to hypothyroidism: Symptoms associated with hyperthyroidism: One common symptom of these…
Are Slippers Bad for Your Feet?
People enjoy slipping their feet into cozy slippers before pacing the house during the winter months. Although wearing slippers or going barefoot is convenient and easy, these footwear habits have increased the number of individuals seeking podiatric care for foot pain. Due to the rigidity of hardwood and tile flooring, additional foot issues can set…
Morton’s Neuroma 101
A foot abnormality that causes the bones of the toes to crush the nerves is known as Morton’s neuroma. Wearing shoes that pinch and restrict the toes can frequently result in a neuroma. Therefore, wearing shoes with a large toe box is strongly recommended to reduce foot pain and avoid neuromas. A podiatrist can treat…
Foot Problems and Obesity
According to several studies, the likelihood of experiencing foot discomfort increases as the body mass index increases. Those who are obese are more susceptible to foot pain in comparison to those who keep a healthy weight. Adults frequently complain about foot pain. The stress on your ankles and feet can increase drastically by just adding…
Walking Feet
Everyone has their favorite spot to walk — even in our area. When the mornings are cool or the nights feel great, taking a walk can reduce stress and bring along other benefits, too. Walking is an underrated form of exercise. Are you missing out? This fall, The Desert Podiatric Medical Specialists want to encourage…
Fall and Your Feet
It’s fall, and your feet are waiting. They want the same attention this season, so please don’t forget about them. Your toes may be sliding into shoes as the temperatures fall, but don’t take your eyes off them. This season, how can you make sure your feet still feel the love? Well, The Desert Podiatric…
Fall and Foot Odor
If you think the fall season means you can forget about smelly feet, think again. Trapped sweat is the biggest cause of stinky feet, but it doesn’t go away simply because the weather changes. There are still scenarios that create the inviting space for the bacteria and fungus that cause this condition. The Desert Podiatric…
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.
How to Celebrate AND Manage Your Diabetes
Who doesn’t love to celebrate? Now is the time for graduations, formal dances, family gatherings, and any reason to gather with gratitude for life’s milestones and just being together. Many of our patients have diabetes, and social events with a full spread of delicious food, can bring challenges to how best to manage your diabetes….
Shop for Spring Shoes the Right Way
Spring is in the air — and it’s finally here. Are you preparing for spring sports? Whether you’re getting ready to hit the golf course or the track, it may be time for a new pair of shoes. While you may think the shopping trip should be quick, it always helps to be prepared before…
Walking with the Right Shoes
Are we talking enough about the benefits of walking? We think we can say a bit more. As people create an exercise plan, they often consider high-impact exercises. Without preparation, these exercises can feel intimidating and may even lead to an injury. Walking briskly and consistently also has health benefits, including your foot health. How…
Are Blisters Becoming a Problem?
Why do you keep getting blisters? Before we answer your question, here’s a fact: They form to help the body repair damaged skin. The top cause is friction. If you see a fluid-filled bubble on your toes, heels, or even the sides of your feet, follow along for more information. Friction is the cause of…
Figure Skating and Ankle Sprains
If you have been watching the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics, there have been plenty of heart-stopping moments for the competing athletes. From skiing to snowboarding or curling, all eyes have been on the snow and ice. Another sport is popular, too: figure skating. American figure skater Nathan Chen continues to lead on the ice while…
Reducing Your Risk for PAD
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…
Preventing Chilblains from Happening to You
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…
Cracked Heels and What to Watch
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…
Step Into Fall the Right Way
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…
Don’t Hide Your Feet Because of Nail Fungus
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…
Let’s Love Our Feet!
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…
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…
Always Wear Socks with Shoes
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….
Swim All Summer Without Damaging Your Feet
Swimmer’s toe is a condition that usually happens when you are in the pool for too long, resulting in toes that crack and peel. It is a little like when you are in the bathtub for too long, and your skin peels off the bottom of your feet, but in this case, it can be…
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