Sunscreen Tip – Don’t forget your feet!
The American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons (ACFAS) warns that the feet are not only susceptible to skin cancer, but are especially prone to melanoma, the most potentially deadly of skin malignancies. Skin cancer on the feet is particularly dangerous because it can easily remain undetected, appearing as a mole or freckle. Truth is […]
When Is A Bunion Not A Bunion
We often have patients come to see us about their bunion when in reality they have an arthritic joint. Yes, it can be easy to confuse the two because they can give a look alike, but they are very different. Let’s say you are looking at your foot. And there below your big toe there […]
Got big toe joint arthritis? We have Cartiva.
Arthritis of the big toe joint is one of the most common foot problems affecting millions of Americans. There have been multiple methods to treat this common condition, from removing arthritic bone spurs to joint replacement to joint fusions. The latest procedure to treat this condition is the insertion of a synthetic cartilage like implant […]
Chronic Heel Pain Got you Down?
Feet – You may not think much about them until they hurt. And when they do, you want relief. To get the right treatment, you need to know the problem. If your pain is in your heel, you may have Plantar Fasciitis – most common ailment among the young and old. Referred to as heel pain […]
Training for The Upcoming Chicago Marathon
Dear Foot Blogger Chick, I am training for the upcoming Chicago Marathon. I have noticed recently that my foot hurts. I think it is below my second toe but it might be the third toe. I have been running more lately – I was behind with my training and I am trying […]