Family Foot & Ankle Centers Blog

The Benefits of Foot Exercises Did you know that the muscles of the feet make up 25% of your body’s total muscles? And just like any other muscles, those in the feet can benefit from regular exercise. Exercising can make the feet stronger, healthier, and more...

Fungal Infection and Other Causes of Thickened Toenails Thickened toenails can be the first sign of several different foot conditions. Onychomycosis, or a fungal infection of the toenails, can make the toenails thick, crumbly, and discolored. Psoriasis is a skin...

Stretches That Can Help You to Feel Better While Standing The most common side effects from standing for the majority of the work day can be swollen feet and tight calves. It is helpful to wear shoes and socks that fit correctly, as this may help to alleviate...

Early Signs and Risk Factors of Rheumatoid Arthritis Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune disorder that causes the immune system to attack healthy tissue in the joints. Often, the joints of the feet and ankles are affected. Early symptoms of RA include joint...

Arthritis Can Cause Pain in the Feet and Ankles If you are suffering from tenderness, pain, or stiffness in the joints of your feet or ankles, call us to schedule an appointment. The information provided in this article is not meant to be medical advice and is for...

Complications of Excessive Sweating in the Feet Everybody sweats from their feet, but sometimes, the amount of sweat can be too much. Excessive foot sweat is an indicator of plantar hyperhidrosis, which is a medical condition where the sweat glands produce too much...