Family Foot & Ankle Centers Blog

Pain on Top of Your Foot Feeling a sharp pain on the top of your foot during each step can be disconcerting, especially for runners. Unlike more recognizable running injuries, such as plantar fasciitis or shin splints, top-of-foot pain poses a unique challenge for...

Do Your Child’s Feet Hurt? Have your child’s feet been examined lately? Healthy feet are happy feet. If your child is complaining of foot pain, it may be a sign of underlying...

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...