My Child Has Heel Pain. Now What?

My Child Has Heel Pain. Now What?

Heel pain is one of those symptoms we tend to associate with getting older, or working a physically strenuous job. It’s not something we would typically expect to hobble children and adolescents, especially right when they’re starting to get active with sports and...
Are Bunions Hereditary?

Are Bunions Hereditary?

If you’re a keen observer of the world around you, you may have noticed a curious tendency among people’s feet: Bunions really do seem to run in families, don’t they? If you know someone who has one, chances seem pretty good that their child or parent (or both!)...
Can I Keep Running with Neuropathy?

Can I Keep Running with Neuropathy?

When you live with diabetes, good care involves a number of preventative measures. This is especially true for your feet. While an important part of diabetic foot care is addressing problems thoroughly and quickly when they happen, efforts are best spent...
How to Keep Running With Neuropathy

How to Keep Running With Neuropathy

Tingling, prickling, and sensation loss in the feet can be a dangerous, frustrating, and even scary situation no matter who you are or what you love to do. But for runners, peripheral neuropathy may be especially concerning. In the early to middle stages of...
Why Do I Have Pain When Curling My Toes?

Why Do I Have Pain When Curling My Toes?

One thing we talk about again and again when patients are looking for a new pair of shoes? Make sure your toes have plenty of room to wiggle and curl! However, for some people, the very act of curling their toes can cause pain and discomfort. That’s not normal, and if...