Love Barefoot Walks on the Beach? Not After You Read This!
Michael Dumas, 17, was diagnosed with cutaneous larva migrans, a skin condition caused by larvae from animal hookworms. We’re all aware of the beach hazards that lurk in the ocean, like sharks, stingrays, and jellyfish, but we feel safe on the sand. Now there’s cause for caution on the dry side of the beach. Michael […]
Overweight and Working Out: 6 Top Shoe Choices
It is important to have the right footwear to support the extra pounding your feet will be subjected to by being both overweight and physically active, so choose carefully. Find out which shoes our expert podiatrists are recommending.
11 Common Foot Lumps and Bumps and What To Do About Them
A surprisingly wide variety of lumps, bumps, and protrusions can afflict our feet. If you’ve got a bump on your foot, you may be wondering what the heck it is and how it got there. So we’ve put together an overview of the most common and interesting bumps together with the appropriate treatment for each.
University Foot and Ankle Institute Named Best Foot and Ankle Surgeons in California
University Foot and Ankle Institute (UFAI) has been honored as the Best Foot and Ankle Surgeons in California. This year’s Top Doctors Award places the multi-location practice ahead of the hundreds of other foot and ankle specialists practicing in the state. What, you may ask, has allowed UFAI to stand head and shoulders above the […]
How to Apply for Social Security Disability with Arthritis
If you suffer from arthritis that is so severe that it impacts your ability to work, you may be eligible to qualify for Social Security Disability benefits. The Social Security Administration (SSA) oversees disability programs that offer monthly benefits to individuals who are unable to work because of medical conditions. To qualify for disability benefits […]
Hip or Knee Pain? Why You Need to See a Podiatrist.
Ever play Jenga? Jenga is the delightful party game that pits your patience and daring against the structural integrity of dozens of wooden bricks, stacked into a tower. The players take turns removing bricks from below and balancing them on the top. As the tower loses its foundational supports, the top begins to wobble. Eventually, […]
Treating Athlete’s Foot with Garlic? Prepare to Be Burned, Literally!
Here’s how a woman got burns and blisters on her foot after trying a home remedy. When it comes to home remedies for athlete’s foot, a little knowledge can be a dangerous thing A 45-year-old English woman suffering with a stubborn case of athlete’s foot read somewhere that garlic can help eliminate fungal infections. So, […]
How Carrying Extra Weight Affects Your Feet and Ankles
One pound of extra weight adds 10 pounds of additional pressure on your feet and ankles. So it’s not surprising that overweight people are at higher risk for these foot and ankle conditions.
Experts Shoe Recommendations That Ease Foot and Ankle Pain
If you suffer from a foot and ankle condition (or want to prevent one) you will want to check out these shoe recommendations from our experts.
Here’s How to Avoid Burning Feet When Out for a Run or Walk
What causes burning feet when walking or running? Here are the most common culprits and simple solutions you can try at home.
Flatfoot Reconstruction Is Best Option For Patients Of Any Age [New Study]
Look at the feet of a baby. We all begin life with tiny little Barney Rubble feet. Unfortunately, some of us revert to that condition as time and/or trauma affect our feet and make walking difficult. What is adult acquired flatfoot deformity? The feet of infants and toddlers start off flat as a board with […]
Hookworms on the Beach Looking for a New Home – in Your Feet!
A young Canadian couple is warning anyone planning to travel somewhere tropical after contracting a parasitic infection known as “hookworms.”
