Family Foot & Ankle Centers Blog

Can Sever’s Disease Affect Both Feet?Sever’s disease, also known as calcaneal apophysitis, is an overuse injury of the growth plate in the heel bone. This condition typically affects children between the ages of 8 and 14 who participate in sports or running and...

Common Foot Conditions That Podiatrists TreatThe feet are the foundation of our bodies and while supporting our weight, they are also essential for mobility. Because of this, any foot-related issue should be addressed by a podiatrist. Common foot conditions a...

Why Are My Child's Heels Dry?We often use the term “baby-smooth” to describe a desired skin texture, but what if your baby has dry, cracked heels? Like adults, children can experience unpleasant dryness, roughness, and cracks on the skin of their feet. Dry skin on...

Risk Factors for Foot Stress FracturesA stress fracture refers to a tiny crack in a bone that may happen when the bone can no longer bear the load placed on it. Foot stress fractures often affect athletes, who place a great deal of stress on their feet. Foot...

Why Live with Pain and Numbness in Your Feet?Suffering from this type of pain? You may have the foot condition known as Morton's neuroma. Morton's neuroma may develop as a result of ill-fitting footwear and existing foot deformities. We can help. The information...

Knowledge Is Power in Elderly Foot Care It is no secret that as we age, so do our feet. With age comes wear and tear on the ligaments, joints, and muscles of the feet, as well as systemic health conditions that can impact foot health, such as diabetes or...