Foot issues can be surprisingly persistent and unpleasant. Given that your feet bear your weight and help you stay mobile throughout the day, problems with your feet can quickly become major sources of discomfort. Whether it’s aching feet, irritated skin,...
Feet are one of the most remarkable parts of our body, supporting us through every step we take. However, just like fingerprints, every foot is unique, and with that uniqueness comes different challenges. Whether it’s skin problems, fungal issues, or...
Your feet are as unique as you are, and they deserve the right support. Whether you're dealing with specific foot conditions or just need everyday comfort, finding the perfect insole can help. From managing heel pain to offering relief for...
As we embrace the chilly days of November, it’s a great reminder to focus on the health of our feet. With the hustle and bustle of the holiday season approaching, our feet work harder than ever. Here are some straightforward...
Have you ever thought about how crucial your big toe is? It plays a significant role in stabilizing your foot and maintaining your balance. Given its importance, it’s no surprise that this toe can encounter a variety of issues. One...
Understanding Foot Pain: It’s Not Just About Your Shoes When foot pain strikes, many runners instinctively blame their shoes. While appropriate footwear is critical, it's not always the sole cause of discomfort. Foot pain can be a complex issue, often...
Don't let toe pain slow you down – take action today! There’s no need to tolerate discomfort in your shoes, especially when it comes to misaligned toes. Toe spacers are gaining popularity, featured recently in the Wall Street Journal and...
Understanding Athlete’s Foot: What Is It? Athlete’s foot (Tinea Pedis) is a widespread fungal infection targeting areas of the feet that remain dark and moist. "Tinea" refers to a fungal infection, while "pedis" means foot. This condition is common among...
Your Ultimate Guide to Plantar Fasciitis Relief Heel pain is a real pain in the... well, heel. And if you're nodding along because you've felt that sharp stab yourself, you're not alone. People from all walks of life, like teachers,...
Get ready to slip into those summer sandals because the sunshine is beckoning, and your feet deserve to be at their best. At myfootshop, we understand the anticipation of baring your toes, so here's how to prep your feet for...
When you look at this toe deformity, you'll notice it bent upward at the middle joint, with the end of the toe starting to angle downward, resembling a hammer! If you have a flexible hammer toe, the good news is...
Feeling a bit sluggish after the time change? You're definitely not alone. But fear not! Combat that groggy feeling by incorporating some invigorating exercise into your daily routine. Here are some fresh tips to help you ease into your workouts...
Avoid These Common Shoe Blunders for Happy, Healthy Feet! 1. Sizing Woes? Step Up Your Game! Ever find yourself in shoes that feel more like clown shoes or a foot-binding experience? It's time to head to a reputable store for...
The human foot, a marvel of design. Is not impervious to the occasional twist, leading to the development of hammer toe – a prevalent condition observed in podiatry. Imagine toes that were once dutifully aligned deciding to take on a...
Subluxation of metatarsals following partial amputation in cases of diabetic osteomyelitis Diabetic wounds and the bone infections (osteomyelitis) that can often result from diabetic wounds are always challenging to treat. In my years of practice, I’ve found no better teacher...
Foreign bodies, or what are sometimes called retained foreign bodies, range from wood splinters to glass to shard of metal. The feet are particularly susceptible to puncture wounds and retained foreign bodies. Toothpicks, splinters of wood from the old wood...
What’s good about a vape device? Nothing really - let me explain. As a doctor you find out that conversation is the primary key to making a diagnosis. In the medical world we may call it the history, but I...
History of Lisfranc injuries Jaques Lisfranc de St. Martin was a French physician, pioneering many surgical procedures during the early 19th century. As a surgeon in the Napoleonic army, Lisfranc worked on the Russian front where he acquired acclaim for...
Conservative care options for toe dislocations and poorly aligned toes It never ceases to amaze me how many people come into my office with different shapes and sizes of toes. Why do our toes change over time? What are the...
When a podiatrist speaks about the 1st ray, the 1st ray refers to the first metatarsal bone and the great toe. The 1st ray has a unique range of motion that requires plantarflexion of the first metatarsal to enable dorsiflexion...
Wounds of the lower extremity have a host of different contributing causes, but in diabetic patients, the vast majority of wounds occur as a result of loss of protective sensation. Protective sensation is the ability to feel pain. Diabetic peripheral...
For well over a year, we've worked tirelessly to create a product that will target specific regions of the foot to correct Hallux problems and alleviate big toe pain. It needed to be thin enough material to fit into most...
The term mallet finger fracture describes an avulsion fracture of the top of the finger, just behind the fingernail. Mallet finger fractures are the result of forced flexion of the finger while the long extensor tendon resists the flexion. If...
The position of the heel can have a significant influence on the biomechanics of the foot. Rearfoot varus describes the position of the heel bone (calcaneus) when the heels are turning in towards each other. To use a simple stick...
Diabetic peripheral neuropathy (DPN) is a well known complication of diabetes affecting 50% of all diabetic patients. The symptoms of DPN are sensory but can also affect the motor skills of diabetic patients. We’ve always referred DPN as a peripheral...
There's a lot of ways to stabilize an ankle - why has the Broström procedure become the most popular surgical solution for lateral ankle instability? Lateral ankle sprains are the most common injury seen by sports medicine physicians.(1) Many ankle...
The alignment of the heel bone (calcaneus) is an important consideration in conservative and surgical treatment of a high arch or low arch foot. Realignment of the heel can be accomplished with an arch support, brace or surgical change of...
Necrobiosis Lipoidica Diabeticorm Necrobiosis lipoidica diabeticorum (NLD) is a granulomatous skin disease found in diabetic patients. The prevalence of NLD is quite rare being found in less than 0.3% of all diabetics.(1) Fifty percent of all diabetic patients with NLD...
My foot care blog is a deep resource for so many different topics in foot care. But sometimes I hear from users of the blog that they have a hard time accessing the information they need. In this blog post...
Painful interdigital callus – treatment options Callus is a direct response to friction. When callus appears between the toes, it is often a sign that the friction is directly related to a bone spur on one or more adjacent toes....
Instructions for use of Just For Toenails Enhanced Nail Polish Just For Toenails Enhanced Nail Polish is fortified with tea tree oil (melaleuca altenifolia) which is known for its antibacterial and antifungal properties. When applied on a regular basis, Just...
Why Natural Urea Callus Cream is superior to everyday lotions for care of thick, heavy callus Soft, supple skin is dependent upon daily skin care to cleanse and hydrate your skin. Most over-the-counter skin care products contain a combination of...
As Patrick Mahomes trains for The Super Bowl, a carbon fiber technology is there to assist in healing Twenty five year old Patrick Mahomes has lead The Kansas City Chiefs through an exciting year and is scheduled to the meet...
The six best pads for callus between the toes. The callus that forms between the toes (interdigital callus) is often caused by the alignment of the bones in the toes. The bones in adjacent toes are designed to be offset;...
A podiatrist guest lectures to third graders I had the honor this week of lecturing to a wonderful group of 9 year olds at the Boulder High Peaks Elementary School in Boulder, Colorado. How did a regular Joe like me...
Osteoarthritis of the foot and ankle can be very painful and require changes in your lifestyle and activities. What are the signs of osteoarthritis of the foot and ankle? Osteoarthritis, also known as the wear-and-tear arthritis typically has a slow...
Tips for selecting the best hammer toe pad for your needs The term hammer toe is used to describe how the tip of the toe hammers against the ground with each step. As the attached image shows, hammer toes come...
Carbon Fiber Spring Plates improve walking following ankle fusion. Surgical fusion of a joint is one of many methods used to treat painful, arthritic joints. Arthritis that affects a joint following an injury is called secondary osteoarthritis. Secondary arthritis of...
What is toe spring and how does it help forefoot and midfoot pain Walking is often described as a controlled forward fall. As your body passes over the foot, resistance is supplied by the calf that limits forward progression of...
How do Carbon Fiber Spring Plates improve the patient experience post Lapidus bunionectomy? Medical and surgical care is often trending related to new technology and new concepts related to care. Surgical procedures are a great example of trends in medicine....
Managing foot wounds in the decompensated patient. One of the greatest challenges in foot care is wound prevention and wound management. Wounds come in all shapes and sizes, but there’s always one common denominator in wound care; a decompensated patient....
Strip down, lace up and go. Recreational running is just about you and your shoes. The simplistic beauty of running is about you and your shoes. Strip down, lace up and go is what allows you to sneak in a...
How does compression treat plantar fasciitis? Compression is a well known therapy for acute injuries and chronic swelling. For example, use of compression in the case of an ankle sprain helps to facilitate healing by reducing swelling, stabilizing the ankle...
Standard precautions – what are they and how do they affect our return to an open society Ask any health care worker what standard precautions are and you’ll get the same answer; treat every patient as if they are infected....
Lisfranc fracture-dislocation benefits from Carbon Fiber Insoles Working in a rural hospital I see a lot of foot and ankle trauma. ATV and motor sports injuries are common and often result in midfoot injuries. When the trauma is specific to...
Does a smaller incision make for a better bunionectomy? Minimal incision surgery (MIS) has improved the surgical outcomes of many types of surgery. For example, in laproscopic surgery a minimal incision approach has a number of short term benefits including...
A meta-analysis of contemporary non-academic and academic literature related to the skin condition called COVID toe. Viral infections are often known to be associated with distinctive skin rashes. It is not uncommon to see skin rashes cases of viral pneumonia...
Foot and ankle surgeons – sleep better at night. Complete your Lapidus construct with a Carbon Fiber Spring Plate to insure rigid support with early ambulation Lapidus bunionectomy (also called Lapiplasty) has become very popular over the past two to...
Nails, corns and calluses? Instructions to take care of them at home. Professional foot care was a common healthcare service provided by nurses and podiatrists until the onset of COVID-19 and stay-at-home provisions. Routine foot care is the term used...
Skiving provides a finished edge to the metatarsal pad – but does that matter? What is skiving? Metatarsal pads come in different shapes, sizes and densities. One question often asked by customers is in regards to the beveled edge of...
