Tag: foot pain (Page 5)
An orthotic is a device designed to restore your natural foot function. Many biomechanical (walking) complaints such as heel pain, knee pain, and lower back pain are caused by poor foot function. Orthotics re-align the foot and ankle bones to their neutral position, thereby restoring natural foot function. A podiatric physician can prescribe orthotics, or […]
Foot pain may be relieved by selecting and wearing appropriate footwear or even receiving massage therapy that targets the feet. However, there are topical pain medications available in forms such as balms, lotions, gels, creams, ointments, and patches which can alleviate foot pain. There are distinct types of topical medications, and they fall into one […]
My wife and I recently hosted a baby shower for the daughter of dear friends. In addition to our friends daughter, there were three other pregnant women there. When they found out I was a foot doctor, the questions came flying! One of the most common complaints during pregnancy is foot pain and swelling of […]
I have had many patients ask this exact question. While I think the phrase toe jam is rather funny, it could be a serious matter. The stuff between your toes usually consists of sock fibers, dead skin cells, fungi, dirt, and bacteria. No, its not pretty to look at, but does it require a trip […]
Do you have thick, yellowish, brittle, and easily cracked or broken toenails without having injured them? They are likely discolored due to a fungal infection called onychomycosis, which is the most common disease of the nails. The nail weakens as fungi continue to grow through the nail tissue. Since fungus grows faster than the nail, […]
I watched the Oscars and the annual fashion show on the red carpet. While all the women were glamorous from head to toe, by the end of the night most of them were either barefoot or carrying their shoes looking for a place to sit. Although high heels and stilettos may make womens legs more […]
Seeking medical attention from your podiatric physician is the first line of defense in treating heel pain. However, there are several steps you can take to avoid heel pain in the first place: *Wear shoes that fit well and have shock-absorbent soles, rigid shanks (the part of the shoe that supports the foot and helps […]
Do you feel a stabbing pain in your heel with your first steps out of bed in the morning? Youre not alone! Every day, thousands of Americans suffer from this condition. Plantar fasciitis, more commonly known as heel pain, is by far the most common complaint patients bring to podiatric physicians. Aching heels can truly […]
Dont know if you know it or not, but one of Dr. Bowmans patients, Christi, has been keeping a blog through her experience with Dr. Bowman. If you havent already, you should check it out and read her blog to hear straight from a patient what its like to have Dr. Bowman as your podiatrist. […]
Dr. Bowman, My referring doctor told me I had a Paronychia. What is it? I get this question at least once a week. A Paronychia is a skin infection that occurs around the nails and is often occur with an Ingrown Nail. This condition is usually caused by an injury to the surrounding tissue of […]