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A foot and ankle doctor is a medical professional who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of conditions affecting the foot and ankle. These specialists are often referred to as podiatrists. These specialists not only see adult patients but also children. Whether it’s due to a congenital issue or a consequence of their active lifestyle,
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Don’t Skip Foot and Ankle Exams if You Have Foot Pain
Foot pain can happen due to various conditions, such as sprains, fractures, ingrown toenails, ulcers, infections, or bunions. If you have foot pain, it’s important to seek out the help of a podiatrist who can perform a comprehensive foot and ankle exam. Your podiatrist can recommend treatment options, so your foot pain doesn’t worsen. Let’s
Read MoreA Guide to Self-Care for Your Feet
Whether your feet are perfectly healthy or you have a compromising condition, such as diabetes or peripheral artery disease, self-care for your lower extremities yields immediate and long-term benefits. Your podiatrist in St. Peters, MO, has many important tips for pain-free, functional, healthy feet no matter your age or lifestyle. Clean Feet Are Healthy, Happy
Read MoreEffective Tips for Preventing Ingrown Toenails
An ingrown toenail is a nail that has grown into the adjacent skin on the toe, so the skin overlaps the nail. Ingrown toenails can be painful, as they put pressure into the skin. An ingrown toenail can also become infected. If your affected toe begins to turn red, become swollen, or feel warm or
Read MoreFoot Health: What Podiatrists Look At
Our feet play a vital role in our stability and everyday movement. However, the health of our feet is often the last thing on our minds. When we experience foot pain or struggle with limited mobility, only then do we pay close attention. If you want to start taking better care of your feet, consider
Read MoreCommon Conditions of Foot and Ankle Pain
Your feet and ankles have a very important function. They keep you balanced and mobile. Don’t feel guilty about being extra careful with them since you rely on them a lot and any issues that may develop can affect your balance and mobility. So, whenever you feel pain in your foot and ankle, you shouldn’t
Read MoreFlip-Flop Fear: How These Flimsy Shoes Can Impact Your Step
Rising temperatures mean wearing a cooler, lighter clothing, and more comfortable and casual footwear. For many people, flip-flops are a standard footwear choice during the warmer summer months – and these sandals are becoming more and more popular for wearing all year long. Although wearing flip-flops on the beach for a few hours may be
Read MoreWhat Can A Podiatrist Treat?
Most people see a primary care doctor for every possible health issue. However, this is not the right thing to do. There are experts better equipped to treat you for a variety of medical subfields. An example is a podiatrist, a specialist of the foot and ankle. Podiatrists are health care providers who specialize in
Read MoreTop Causes of Foot and Ankle Swelling
If you notice swelling in your foot and ankle, pay close attention to your symptoms. Is the swelling spreading above your ankle? Is it worse in the morning or evening? What makes the swelling go down? Answers to these questions will provide useful information to your doctor in determining the root cause of your swelling
Read MoreWhen to Visit a Podiatrist
A podiatrist is a medical doctor trained to diagnose and treat conditions and injuries of the foot, ankle, and connective parts of the lower leg. Podiatrists use both surgical and nonsurgical treatments. Your lower extremities have complex structures consisting of bones, tendons, muscles, and ligaments, and they all work together to keep you moving and
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