Orthotics for All Ages
Step into personalized foot care with Desert Podiatric Medical Specialists! Discover the tailored support of 3D-scanned custom orthotics for all ages.
Treat Hammertoes Early to Avoid Painful Complications
Hammertoes get their name because they have started bending downward at the middle joint, resembling a hammer. In the early stages, before the hammertoe has become severely bent and rigid, different therapies may be applied to prevent further bending. These measures may help avoid future surgery. Toes can rub against each other, and on the inside…
Arch Pain Has Many Causes
The flexible tissue that forms your arch is composed of three distinct arch sections, one transverse and two longitudinal. This tissue is quite strong but the daily stress and pressure of walking, working, and exercising takes its toll. Small tears and stretching of the arch tissue can lead to a painful condition called plantar fasciitis that can…
4 Treatments for Morton’s Neuroma
Morton’s neuroma is a foot condition that is described as the feeling of a pebble in your shoe. The actual cause of this sensation is a growth that occurs on or around the nerves in the ball area of your foot. Stress and pressure from wearing poorly fitting shoes like high heels are a frequent cause of…
Numb Feet: 3 Causes to Consider
Numb feet can be an unsettling experience and is often caused by sitting still for too long, like on a long plane or train trip. However, other causes of numbness in your feet (such as diabetes) may be more problematic. These causes may be more difficult to identify without the help of your foot doctor….
4 Ways to Treat Corns and Calluses
Corns and calluses are thick, hardened layers of skin that can be annoying if not addressed. Calluses are most commonly formed on the ball of the foot and the heel area. Corns also form in response to excess pressure and rubbing, and frequently occur on the top of hammertoes. Thick calluses on the heels can…
4 Causes of Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome
A debilitating nerve condition that affects the foot is called tarsal tunnel syndrome which causes pain, numbness, and tingling.
5 Ways Orthotic Inserts Can Help Your Feet
Custom orthotics can treat existing foot and ankle conditions, and also prevent future problems and enhance athletic performance.
Treat Pronation Problems with Custom Fitted Orthotics
Misalignment of your feet and ankles can throw off the alignment in your knees, hips, and back causing considerable pain and discomfort far away from your feet.
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