Family Foot & Ankle Centers Blog

Why Do I Have Poor Circulation?Research has indicated that there are several causes of poor circulation. It may result from having elevated cholesterol levels, or from medical conditions that can include diabetes or high blood pressure. Common symptoms of poor...

Ultrasounds Can Be Used to Check Your Blood FlowDo you have foot pain, numbness, tingling, or cold feet? If so, you may need to see a podiatrist for vascular testing. Vascular testing in podiatry is used to assess the blood flow to your feet and ankles and to...

Stretches and Strengthening for Sore FeetRunning is a great exercise, but sometimes it can leave your feet feeling sore. Adding strength training exercises before your run, and stretching after your run, may be just what your feet need. Strengthening exercises such...

Possible Foot Ailments Related to Diabetes Foot conditions can be common among diabetic patients. The risk for specific foot ailments to develop may be reduced by controlling the insulin levels in the blood. Patients who have elevated sugar levels may notice...

Pregnancy and Swollen FeetSwelling of the feet during pregnancy is incredibly common and usually not a cause for concern. While you may not have full control over your swelling, there are steps you can take that might reduce your discomfort. Avoiding standing for...

Diagnosing and Treating Ankle SprainsAn ankle sprain is one of the most common sports injuries that occurs when ligaments that keep the ankle stable are damaged.  Ankle sprains are commonly caused by a twist of the ankle, and athletes whose sports require frequent...