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Athlete's Foot: Recognizing and Treating Fungal Infections
posted: May 01, 2024.

Athlete's foot is a common fungal infection that affects the skin on the feet, particularly between the toes. It's a condition that can cause discomfort and inconvenience, but with proper Read more
When To See a Podiatrist for Ingrown Toenails
posted: Nov. 08, 2023.

Ingrown toenails are an all too common ailment of the feet. They can happen at any age, but it seems that some people are more prone than others to getting Read more
The Benefits of Seeing a Podiatrist
posted: Nov. 07, 2023.

A podiatrist is a specialized medical professional devoted to the diagnosis, treatment, and care of conditions related to the feet, ankles, and lower extremities. Their expertise encompasses many issues, from Read more
What To Expect When Visiting a Podiatrist
posted: Oct. 16, 2023.

A podiatrist is a specialized medical professional diagnosing, preventing, and treating conditions related to the feet, ankles, and lower extremities. They are experts in addressing various issues, such as ingrown Read more
When To See a Podiatrist
posted: Oct. 06, 2023.

A podiatrist is an expert at diagnosis and treatment of foot, ankle, and toe conditions. A podiatrist can help you enjoy healthy feet, so you can stay active. Visiting your Read more
Benefits of Having a Podiatrist
posted: Feb. 01, 2023.

When it comes to your feet, it’s important that you’re doing what you can to keep them healthy and strong, since they’re so important to your daily life. There are Read more
When To See a Podiatrist for a Sports Injury
posted: Sep. 21, 2022.

Sports injuries happen, and your feet and ankles are especially vulnerable. Your feet and ankles are overworked to begin with, and if you play a sport with a lot of Read more
How A Podiatrist Can Help You With Your Heel Pain
posted: May 19, 2022.

Are you dealing with a nasty case of plantar fasciitis? Heel pain is a frustrating little problem, especially if you are someone who values their morning run or daily exercise routine. Read more
The Benefits Of Visiting A Podiatrist
posted: Apr. 14, 2022.

When should you turn to a podiatrist for care? There are many reasons why people turn to podiatrists. After all, our feet and ankles deserve the same lovin’ care that you Read more
Finding a Podiatrist in Chicago
posted: Jul. 22, 2021.

Want to know what to look for in a podiatrist? Dealing with foot and ankle issues is all too common. While your general practitioner can often help with minor aches and Read more
Why You Should See a Podiatrist for an Ingrown Toenail
posted: Jul. 21, 2021.

While minor aches and pains in your feet probably won’t have you rushing to the podiatrist’s office for care, certain seemingly innocuous foot problems might require a professional’s touch. Take Read more
What To Do About Hammertoes
posted: Jan. 06, 2021.

If you have misshapen toes and are experiencing pain and pressure, you may have hammertoes, a deformity of the toe in which the joints bend abnormally. If left untreated, hammertoes Read more
What to Expect When You See a Podiatrist
posted: Jun. 26, 2020.

Are you wondering whether you should be turning to a podiatrist for care? We don’t often think about the health of our feet until they start to cause us problems. Once Read more