Family Foot & Ankle Centers Blog

Definition and Causes of Black Toenails Black toenails, though often alarming in appearance, are a common foot condition with various potential causes. This discoloration typically occurs when blood accumulates underneath the nail, resulting in a darkened...

Pain in the Ball of the Foot Understanding and addressing pain in the ball of the foot, medically termed metatarsalgia, is essential for maintaining mobility and overall foot health. Various factors, such as Freiberg disease, metatarsal stress fractures, and nerve...

Causes and Definition of Foot Ulcers Foot ulcers are open wounds that develop on the feet, often affecting individuals with diabetes or impaired circulation. They typically occur due to a combination of factors, including neuropathy, which is nerve damage, poor...

Types of Running Foot Strikes In the world of running, your feet interact with the ground in various forms, each influencing performance and potential for injury. There are several types of running foot strikes, depending upon the biomechanics of your feet. One is...

Wounds That Don’t Heal Need to Be Checked Your feet are covered most of the day. If you’re diabetic, periodic screening is important for good health. Numbness is often a sign of diabetic foot and can mask a sore or wound. The information provided in...

Plantar Wart Diagnosis Plantar warts, caused by the human papillomavirus, or HPV, are skin growths appearing on the soles of the feet, often transmitted in warm, moist environments. Though generally harmless, they can cause discomfort and resemble different...