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Do you have a hobby or profession--like dancing--that is seriously hard on your feet? Learn how a podiatrist can help your feet.

The Importance of Regular Foot Check-ups for Diabetics

30 November 2023
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For individuals with diabetes, proper foot care is essential. The condition can lead to various complications, including nerve damage and reduced blood circulation, significantly increasing the risk of foot problems. Regular foot check-ups performed by a podiatrist are crucial to prevent serious complications and maintain overall health and well-being. Learn about the importance of diabetic foot care and the role that podiatrists play in its management. Diabetes can cause nerve damage, known as neuropathy, which can result in reduced sensation in the feet. Read More …

How Your Feet Change During Pregnancy

10 July 2023
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If you are pregnant, your feet and ankles will change. These changes are normal and often temporary. Sometimes, though, the changes are permanent. However, you can reduce foot pain and problems during pregnancy. If you want to know more about pregnancy and changes in the foot, keep reading. Do Feet Grow During Pregnancy? Many women swear their feet grow during pregnancy. Feet don't grow in the traditional sense. However, they do get bigger. Read More …

3 Common Foot Injuries, And The Sport Injury Treatments That Might Be Needed

10 November 2022
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Sports injuries to the feet are fairly common, especially if you try to run or jump too much before you've built up your tolerance to exercise. Foot injuries are often inconvenient since it's difficult to walk around and continue training when your foot or feet hurt. Here's a look at some common sports-related injuries to the feet and how they might be treated. 1. Stress Fractures Stress fractures aren't completely broken bones. Read More …

Prevent A Future Injury After Foot Surgery: What You Should Know

2 March 2022
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After you have had foot surgery or a major foot injury, your foot may not be as strong as it was pre-injury. Even though you've healed and been through physical therapy, you could still re-injure yourself if you are not careful. You don't have to baby that foot forever, but there are some preventative things you should do to prevent a re-injury. Read on for some helpful information to prevent a future injury. Read More …

Custom Orthotics: Frequently Asked Questions

22 September 2021
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If you've been experiencing foot pain or soreness consistently, you may be having a structural deformity or faulty gait patterns. When your foot doctor confirms this, then you may need custom foot orthotics. However, you need to know as much as possible about orthotics to get orthotic treatments confidently. Here are FAQs detailing important aspects of custom orthotics. What's a Custom Orthotic, and How Does It Work? A custom orthotic refers to a shoe insert that takes the exact outline of the foot. Read More …
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Talking About Podiatrists

Hi there, I’m Samantha Duggar. Welcome to my site. As a dancer, I have to keep my podiatrist on speed dial. Bunions, blisters and broken toes are the name of the game while dancing your heart out on stage. Since the adrenaline produced during the performance masks the pain, I often cause extensive damage before noticing the problem. My podiatrist helps me minimize the pain and heal quickly so I can return to the stage as soon as possible. Please use the information on my site to help keep your feet healthy with regular visits to your podiatrist. Thanks for visiting.

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