Family Foot & Ankle Centers Blog

Pesky Ingrown Toenails Ingrown toenails, which account for about 20 percent of all foot issues, develop when the edge of a toenail grows into the surrounding skin. The affected toe may look red, swollen, and tender. In some cases, pus or an infection may develop....

Reasons for Visiting a Podiatrist Foot, toe, and ankle problems can affect comfort, balance, and the ability to stay active. A podiatrist is trained to diagnose and treat conditions that cause foot pain, swelling, or difficulty when walking. Common reasons to visit...

Do Your Child’s Feet Hurt? Have your child’s feet been examined lately? Healthy feet are happy feet. If your child is complaining of foot pain, it may be a sign of underlying...

Growing Feet and Injuries in Active Kids Children and teens are active and still growing, which makes their lower extremities more prone to certain injuries. Growth plates, which are areas of developing bone near the ends of long bones, are weaker than surrounding...

Common Causes of Ankle Pain Ankle pain can develop for several reasons, involving the bones, ligaments, tendons, or muscles that support the joint. The ankle connects the leg bones to the foot and allows movement while keeping the body stable. A common cause of...

Common Causes of Foot Pain in Women Foot pain in women may develop from several lifestyle and health-related factors that place stress on the feet. Wearing high heel shoes or shoes that fit improperly can increase pressure on the forefoot and toes, often leading to...