How X-rays Help Us Diagnose Foot Problems

How X-rays Help Us Diagnose Foot Problems

When you visit your podiatrist, you might wonder if an X-ray is really necessary. The short answer is: sometimes, it’s the only way to truly know what’s going on beneath the surface of your skin. X-rays are a fast, accurate tool we use in the office at Desert Podiatric Medical Specialists. Today, we’re giving you a clear look into how X-rays give us a clear look.

Pros and Cons of Slippers on Foot Health: What You Need to Know

Pros and Cons of Slippers on Foot Health: What You Need to Know

Slippers are a cozy staple, offering comfort and warmth during this time of year. However, when it comes to foot health, the impact of slippers isn’t always straightforward. Below, Desert Podiatric Medical Specialists explains the pros and cons of slippers on foot health so you can make an informed decision about your footwear. Pros of…

What Could Be Causing Pain in the Balls of the Feet?

What Could Be Causing Pain in the Balls of the Feet?

Experiencing pain with every step is not the way anyone wants to spend their day, and ball of foot pain is known to significantly impact mobility and daily activities. Desert Podiatric Medical Specialists has outlined the potential causes below so patients can take the first step toward finding relief. Metatarsalgia Metatarsalgia occurs when excessive pressure…

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…

4 Ways to Treat Painful Bunions

4 Ways to Treat Painful Bunions

A bunion toe deformity is one of the most common problems treated by podiatrists. Although hereditary influence plays a major role in bunion development, shoes are often to blame. Wearing tight-fitting shoes like high heels or pointy boots will push the toes together and increase the development of bunions, hammertoes, and other toe and foot…

Why Does the Ball of My Foot Hurt?

Why Does the Ball of My Foot Hurt?

The ball of the foot absorbs a huge amount of pressure from walking, working, and exercising. All that stress can damage the metatarsal bones and sensitive tissues causing a condition called metatarsalgia. Other conditions like neuroma and capsulitis have similar symptoms, so be sure to contact your foot doctor for the proper diagnosis and treatment….

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