Family Foot & Ankle Centers Blog

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...

Causes and Treatment of Tennis ToeTennis toe is a painful condition caused by repeated trauma to the toenail, typically affecting the big toe. It often results from sudden stops, quick direction changes, or wearing shoes that allow the foot to slide forward during...

Understanding and Managing Cuboid SyndromeCuboid syndrome occurs when the cuboid bone in the midfoot becomes misaligned, often following an ankle sprain or repeated stress. It can cause an aching pain on the outside of the foot, especially during walking or...