Family Foot & Ankle Centers Blog

Do You Feel Like You Are Walking on a Pebble? When the nerve located between the third and fourth toes becomes compressed or otherwise irritated, the tissue surrounding it can thicken and become inflamed. This condition is known as Morton’s neuroma, or...

Fracture of the Pinky Toe The pinky toe is the smallest toe on the foot, and it is located on the outside of the foot.  It can easily be involved in an injury and be painful to deal with when broken.  A broken pinky toe will often appear to be bruised, and can turn...

Treating the Causes of Plantar Fasciitis Plantar fasciitis is a common injury in which the plantar fascia, a ligament that runs along the bottom of the foot and connects the heel bone to the toes, becomes overstretched and inflamed. When it comes to treating this...

Are You Suffering From Ingrown Toenails? If left untreated, an ingrown toenail can lead to more serious concerns, such as an infection. Knowing proper nail care can help in the prevention of an ingrown toenail. Give us a call, and get treated! The information...

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 Treat The 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...