Family Foot & Ankle Centers Blog

What to Do if Your Child Breaks Their Ankle If your child has broken their ankle through an accident or sports-related injury, you may be wondering what you can do to help. First, it’s important to understand that their recovery time largely depends on how severe...

Heel Pain Can Be Treated!Do you suffer from heel pain when you get up in the morning? If so, you should seek professional help and have a proper diagnosis performed. Heel pain can be caused by several different foot-related conditions. The information provided in...

Who Is at Risk for Gout? Gout is characterized by the sudden onset of severe pain, swelling, tenderness, redness, and warmth in a joint, and it typically affects the joints of the feet. The big toe’s joint is a particularly common site for gout. Gout is caused by a...

Why Do Ingrown Toenails Occur? Ingrown toenails can cause pain and discomfort. They develop when the sides of the toenail grow into the outer edges of the skin. In severe cases, the affected nail can become infected, and liquid may start to ooze from the...

Foot Baths and Moisturizers for Foot CareResearch has indicated that daily foot care is essential in possibly preventing unpleasant foot conditions. Some of these conditions can include cracked heels and calluses. It is beneficial to wash your feet daily, followed...

Can You Sprain Your Foot?Much like your ankles, your feet contain ligaments that connect your bones within joints. These ligaments can be overstretched or torn, leading to a foot sprain. Foot sprains typically occur in one of two areas in the foot. A midfoot sprain...