It happens to many people–you get new shoes, or neglect to wear socks, and a painful blister forms on your heel or other parts of your foot. When you have a blister, it may be tempting to pop it. However, this can cause more pain and worsen your problem! The body will naturally reabsorb the…
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Many people don’t realize that the structure of the foot varies from person to person! There are many different foot types, from moderate arch, to flat footed, to high arched. Each foot type requires appropriate shoes for their structure, and every foot type has to be cared for appropriately to prevent related podiatry issues. When…
The New Year is around the corner, and it’s time to make your New Year’s resolutions! Why not make great foot health a part of your goals? Maybe you’ve been putting off taking care of foot pain or investing in quality footwear, but now is the time to take care of it. Our expert for…
The holidays are here and it’s time to pick out gifts! If anyone you’re buying gifts for needs some new shoes or has existing foot conditions to care for, consider purchasing foot health related items for them! Our Bethesda foot clinic gives some advice on gifting shoes and shoe accessories for your friends and family.…
Many of us just spent time giving thanks for family, friends, and the positive things in our lives. But we may take our feet for granted. We should remember that our feet work hard all the time to keep us moving. The average person takes about 4,000 steps a day, placing literal tons of force…
Bunions are painful, bony bumps that form on the joints of your feet. They usually occur on the joint next to the big toe or on the joint next to the pinky toe. Bunions are caused by your big toe pressing against the adjacent toe, forcing the joint to enlarge and become painful. Bunions do…
Are you tired of dealing with bunions that are affecting your quality of life? The Podiatry Center offers fast and long-term relief for patients throughout the Bethesda, Maryland, area. Understanding Bunions: Causes & Development Bunions can be more than just a cosmetic concern. They’re a structural deformity that can cause discomfort and embarrassment. They often…
We all know that it’s important to take good care of our feet. But between calluses, nail trimming techniques, and bunion care, it might be difficult to figure out how to properly look after our feet and stay aware of things that may cause podiatry issues. Our specialist for custom orthotics in Springfield, VA, offers…
No one wants to find out that they have a fungal infection on their feet. It’s extremely uncomfortable! Our specialist for hammertoe treatment in Bethesda offers some information on how to avoid fungal foot issues and tips on how to treat them. Types of Fungal Infections There are different types of fungal infections. Fungal toenail…
You wake up one morning, step out of bed and suddenly, there’s a stabbing pain along the bottom of your foot up to your heel! What could this be caused by? Most likely, this is a symptom of plantar fasciitis. Our podiatrist in Woodbridge, VA, explains this common condition below. What Is Plantar Fasciitis? Plantar…
