Your gait, also known as your stride or general manner of walking, can have a lot to do with how well your body fares over time. The problem is that it’s not always easy to see how each step adds up to a more serious issue, like a hip fracture. The good news is that […]
If you suffer from bunions, you might have a lot of pain in your feet when you walk. This is why some people come to the podiatrist in Austin and Pflugerville, TX. At , our bunion treatment services can help improve your pain and your quality of life. No one should have to live with the […]
It often starts subtly—a little soreness near your big toe, maybe a small bump that makes your shoes feel tighter than they used to. Over time, that bump can grow, and what you’re seeing is a bunion beginning to form. Bunions are more than just cosmetic; they can affect balance, comfort, and how easily you […]
Toe cramps can be a disconcerting issue. While they may seem fairly benign, when they happen in the middle of an important task, like a run or when you’re driving, they can start to seem more serious than they do at first glance. Here, we’ll look at how toe cramps work and when it’s time […]
Got that stabbing, burning pain in the ball of your foot that just won’t go away? You might be dealing with a neuroma. An extra thick nerve that feels like you’re walking on a pebble (even when barefoot). The good news? Surgery isn’t your only option. If you’re looking for advanced, less invasive care, ultrasound-guided […]
From toe to ankle sprains, there are a lot of ways that you can injure your foot without breaking a bone or contracting any type of fungus. Here, we’ll look at what a toe sprain is and what you can do to heal. What to Know About Toe Sprains A toe sprain in Austin is the overstretching […]
There’s nothing more uncomfortable than ingrown toenails! But what if you could prevent them? That would be great, wouldn’t it? However, there are times when they just happen regardless of how hard you try to prevent them. And how do you know when that ingrown toenail is bad enough that you should schedule an appointment […]
Foot fungus may be relatively common, but that doesn’t mean that it’s easy to live with. If you have a yellow toenail, even if you don’t wear sandals or go out in bare feet, you may want to do something about it immediately. If you’ve seen tea tree oil pop up as a potential solution, […]
Most people don’t relate their diet to their toenail fungus. But they should! Eating a balanced diet supports your immune system. A strong immune system could help prevent toenail fungus. And if you already have it, at the very least, eating healthy could help keep it from getting worse. So, what exactly causes toenail fungus […]
Podiatrists see more patients in summer than any other time. This is likely because summer is when people go barefoot more than any other season. It’s natural to want to let your feet go au natural, but at the same time, keeping feet healthy needs to be a priority, too. Your podiatrist in Austin, TX […]
