Bunions are bulges that occur when the joint at the base of your big toe is misaligned. When pressure gets applied to the side of your big toe it can be moved awkwardly over, under, inwards or towards your other toes. Bunions happen when the pressures of shifting and bearing your weight unevenly falls on…
Monthly Archives:December 2015
Heel pain is one of the most common concerns patients bring up to their doctors. If you experience pain in your heel, it can make standing and walking very uncomfortable. This can make it very difficult to accomplish your daily activities, as the heel pain may get worse with added pressure. There are a number…
Hammertoe (contracted toe/ mallet toe) is a condition caused by a ligament and muscle imbalance around the middle joint of your toe, leaving it bent and stuck in that position. The second, third, or fourth toe are bent unnaturally. Hammertoes can result if you frequently wear high heels or shoes that are too narrow. Hammertoe more…
An ingrown nail is a condition in which the nail grows and cuts into one or both sides of the skin or nail bed. A portion of the nail pierces the skin, and may cause irritation, inflammation, or infection. If you have diabetes or vascular issues, you are more susceptible to future health concerns if…
