Family Foot & Ankle Centers Blog

What Are Flexible Flat Feet? The term “flexible flat feet” refers to one of the most common types of flat feet. People with this condition have no visible arches when they are standing, but do have visible arches when they aren’t. This condition usually begins in...

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...

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 Flow Do 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 Feet Running 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...

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...