Are you suffering from foot issues such as corns, warts, ingrown toenails, and athlete’s foot? If so, you need to be taking the necessary precautions to preventing any potential foot and medical issues from developing down the road: 1. Clean your feet. Dirt and bacteria can cause your feet […]
Is your foot pain keeping you from getting around or doing your daily activities? If so, it is important to consider if treatment by your podiatrist is needed immediately. If not, there are some helpful tips and techniques that may be worth trying, including the following: […]
Diabetes is a disease that affects thousands of people, often causing a variety of medical issues, including many foot and ankle issues, especially when their diabetes is not under proper control. If you suffer from diabetes, it is important that you understand how diabetes affects your […]
Calluses are certain areas of dead skin which are generally caused by pressure and rubbing of the skin; friction. Although they are rarely painful, calluses can be a nuisance to get rid of, especially on your feet. The Foot and Ankle Specialists of Illinois are […]
People affected from diabetes are at a major risk to suffer from diabetic foot problems. These complications occur when there is an increase in the blood sugar levels which will initiate poor blood circulation in the feet, this is known as neuropathy. This condition can […]
Dealing with Athlete’s Foot is one of the more common foot problems anyone could deal with. This is a condition characterized by, redness, flaking or peeling skin on the feet, and itching. If untreated the problem can be more pronounced and could result in bleeding […]
With the winter months slowly approaching, you may begin experiencing unusually dry and cracked feet, leaving you looking for an effective way to treat them. It is important to know that in order to rescue dry feet, you must be hydrating the skin on your […]
Caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV), plantar warts are noncancerous skin growths that form on the soles of your feet, entering your body through cuts and breaks in your skin, often developing on the heels or balls of your feet. Since plantar warts can be painful […]
Bunions are common foot ailments, in which bone and soft tissue cause a deformity. With this formation, one may feel constant or relapsing pain, as well as inflammation. While it may be best to consult with your podiatrist when suffering from a bunion, there are some […]
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