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Sever’s disease is a common cause of heel pain in active children, especially during periods of rapid growth. Sever’s disease develops when repetitive stress irritates the growth plate at the back of the heel bone where the Achilles tendon attaches. Running, jumping, and sports with frequent starts and stops can increase strain on this sensitive…

When ongoing heel pain caused by plantar fasciitis continues to limit walking and daily activity, surgery may become a consideration. The plantar fascia is a strong band of tissue that supports the arch and absorbs stress with walking or running. When inflammation and scarring continue for six months or longer despite professional care, a podiatrist…

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Ingrown toenails develop when the edge of a nail grows into the surrounding skin, leading to redness, swelling, and discomfort. Treatment depends on severity. Mild cases may improve with careful trimming, soaking the foot, and reducing pressure from tight shoes. When pain persists or infection develops, professional care is important. A podiatrist can safely remove…

Preventing falls is an important part of protecting mobility and independence for older adults, and foot health plays a direct role in balance and stability. Painful feet, stiff ankles, weak calf muscles, reduced sensation from nerve damage, and deformities like bunions or curled toes can make walking less steady. Wearing safe footwear can help lower…

Turf toe is a painful sprain of the joint at the base of the big toe, often caused by a sudden push off, quick change of direction, or intense pressure on the front of the foot. The injury stretches or tears the soft tissues surrounding the joint, leading to swelling, stiffness, and difficulty bending the…

Selecting the right running shoes starts with understanding your running style and how your feet move during activity. Your terrain also matters, since running on roads, tracks, or uneven surfaces places different demands on your feet. Distance plays a role as well, because longer runs often require more support and cushioning to reduce fatigue and…

Red spots on the feet can be concerning and may have several causes, including athlete’s foot or blisters. Athlete’s foot often appears as red, flaky, or scaly patches, sometimes with cracking skin, and is caused by a fungal infection that thrives in warm, moist environments. It may feel itchy, burning, or irritated. Blisters, on the…

A diabetic foot ulcer is an open sore or wound that can develop on the feet of individuals with diabetes, often caused by poor circulation, neuropathy, or pressure on certain areas. These ulcers progress through stages, from superficial skin breakdown to deeper tissue involvement. Classification systems, such as the Wagner diabetic foot ulcer classification, help…