Family Foot & Ankle Centers Blog

Onychocryptosis Is an Ingrown ToenailOnychocryptosis, commonly known as an ingrown toenail, occurs when the edge of a toenail grows into the surrounding skin, causing pain, redness, and swelling. Causes include improper nail trimming, wearing tight or narrow shoes,...

The Silent Damage High Blood Sugar Can Cause in Your FeetLiving with diabetes and elevated blood sugar can quietly harm the feet in ways that are easy to overlook. Over time, excess glucose can injure the nerves, leading to tingling, numbness, or burning...

Running and Pain on the Outside of the FootPain on the outside of the foot after running can result from several conditions. Stress fractures may develop from repetitive impact, while peroneal tendonitis occurs when the tendons along the outer ankle and foot become...

Are Bunions Affecting Your Everyday Life?Have you noticed a bony protrusion on the side of your big toe? If so, you may have developed the foot condition known as a bunion. Don't let bunions interfere with your daily activities. The information provided in this...

Symptoms and Treatment of High Arch PainHigh arch pain, or pes cavus, occurs when the foot has an unusually high arch. This puts extra stress on the ball and heel of the foot. Common symptoms include pain, instability, and difficulty walking. Other issues include...

Symptoms and Causes of Heel Fat Pad SyndromeHeel fat pad syndrome occurs when the thick, protective layer of fatty tissue beneath the heel becomes thinned, displaced, or inflamed. This heel fat pad, known as the corpus adiposum, normally cushions the heel bone and...