Family Foot & Ankle Centers Blog

Signs of Peripheral Artery DiseasePeripheral artery disease, PAD, is a circulatory condition that affects the lower limbs and feet, among other extremities. It is the result of a buildup of fat and plaque in the artery walls that restricts blood flow. Signs that...

Do You Suffer From Painful Feet?Painful deformities, such as hammertoes, can be treated. Stop living with foot pain, and have beautiful feet again! The information provided in this article is not meant to be medical advice and is for educational purposes only. If...

Toenail Fungus and Nail Polish The extent to which an individual wears nail polish on their toenails may have some effect on how susceptible they are to developing toenail fungus. For example, a person shouldn't wear nail polish on their toenails at all times...

Buerger Disease Buerger disease is a condition where the small and medium blood vessels in the arms and legs become inflamed and blocked, resulting in vasculitis. The blood flow is reduced to the affected areas of the body and tissue damage can ensue. Symptoms of...

Men and Bunions A bunion is identified as a bony protrusion that gradually forms on the side of the big toe. It affects women more than men, and this may be a result of the type of shoes that are frequently worn. High heels fall into this category, because they...

Cold Feet After ExercisingIf your feet feel cold during or right after exercising, when the rest of your body feels warm, it may be a sign that something is wrong. It can be as simple as wearing shoes or socks that are too tight and restrict proper blood flow to...