Is Cosmetic Foot Surgery Safe? Or Are You Starting Off on the Wrong Foot?
Podiatrists nationwide report increasing requests for cosmetic foot surgery — but it is really safe?
Understanding Tailor’s Bunions: Causes, Symptoms, and Solutions
What’s a Tailor’s Bunion? A tailor’s bunion, also known as a bunionette, differs from a traditional bunion because it develops at the base of the baby toe instead of the side of the big toe. Named because tailors used to sit cross-legged with the outside edge of their feet rubbing against the floor, producing an […]
Bunion surgery gone wrong: what happens when your bunion surgery fails?
We understand that revision surgery is complicated, both medically and emotionally. The pain and wasted time and money resulting from a failed bunion surgery can be devastating for patients. At UFAI, we see a lot of failed bunion surgeries. In fact, correcting failed bunion surgeries accounts for about 30% of what we do. Bunion revision […]
Why Do So Many Pro Athletes Suffer from High Ankle Sprains?
Professional and amateur athletes frequently suffer high ankle sprains. What are high ankle sprains? Why are they so common? How are they treated?
Why Are My Feet Dry and Cracked?
Why do my feet get dry and cracked in the winter? Dry, cracked heels can cause more severe problems if left untreated. How can I fix dry heels?
Can Warming Up Prevent Foot and Ankle Injuries?
Many sports-related injuries can be prevented simply by doing a few warm-up exercises before a workout. Here are our expert recommendations.
Struggling with Toe Cramping and Curling? Here’s What To Do!
What causes toe cramps? How to stop toe cramps? Los Angeles podiatrists answer these and more pressing toe cramp questions.
Got Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD)? You Need a Smart ABI Test!
Do you feel pain in your legs after walking or climbing stairs? Notice that one leg feels colder than the other, or maybe you feel ankle pressure or pain in your lower limbs? These can be signs of a circulation problem that shouldn’t be ignored, as those are common symptoms of Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) […]
Youth Sports and Heel Pain: Should Kids Play with Pain?
Does your young athlete complain of heel pain? Should they be playing through the pain? What you need to know about youth sports and heel pain in children.
Is that a Staph Infection? Dealing with an Infected Ingrown Toenail
What should you do with an infected ingrown toenail? See a podiatrist and read these tips for preventing and treating ingrown toenails.
Medical Pedicures: What Are They and Do I Need One?
What is the difference between a medical pedicure and a regular pedicure? What benefits does a medi-pedi provide?
What is Foot Cellulitis? How to Prevent It and When to Worry
Have a foot rash? It could be cellulitis of the foot — an unpleasant and dangerous bacteria infection. What should you do? Can it be prevented?
