Diabetes and Its Effect on the Feet

The effect of diabetes on your feet

• Diabetes is a metabolic disorder characterized by impaired glucose metabolism resulting in elevated glucose levels.
• Diabetes affects over 29 million Americans and

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Enjoy Pregnancy Without Foot Pain

“Oh, my aching feet” is a phrase you hear often from pregnant women. But are sore feet a symptom they just must deal with during pregnancy? According to the … Read more

Hitting the Field? Here’s How to Avoid Athlete’s Foot

Athlete’s foot affects about one in five people, according to certain studies cited by WebMD. Luckily, it’s a very treatable condition, but that doesn’t mean it’s pleasant to endure. … Read more

Ask The Dr Ankle Sprain

“I didn’t see the pot hole when running on some back roads recently and I think I twisted my ankle, what should I do”?

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Ask the Dr Neuroma

“My feet burn and go numb when I am running, should I be concerned”?

That depends on how long the burning or numbness lasts. If your feet burn or … Read more

Your Feet Need Blood to be Healthy

P.A.D or atherosclerosis:

• Is a narrowing or occlusion of the arteries
• This occurs in the legs, and it can affect the feet.

Symptoms of PAD:

•  The most common symptom

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Foot Care Tips By Dr. Titko …Revealed!

The following article is based on Dr. Titko’s long-standing expertise with helping with the relief and prevention of a wide range of painful foot and ankle problems.

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Proper Shoes For Diabetics

Kristin K. Titko, DPM, MBA, is a board-certified specialist at the Center for Foot Care, a leading podiatric practice in Cincinnati. Dr. Titko has written several articles on … Read more

Tips to Help You Stay on Your Feet!

FALL PREVENTION STARTS WITH KNOWLEDGE

Shoes can make all the difference between being balanced and comfortable or at a higher risk of a fall. The following guidelines can help … Read more

Running Injuries – Imperfections in Structure

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Interesting Foot Studies

Interesting Foot Studies – A study of 2,089 participants show that left-handed people were less likely to have foot pain or any foot disorders on the same left side … Read more

Healthy Running

One of the first steps to healthy running is wearing supportive running shoes. Neglecting to wear proper footwear can lead to a variety of foot problems that can cause … Read more

The Dos and Don’ts for Fabulous Feet

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Essentials of Diabetic Foot Care

Diabetes and foot problems go hand in hand. Most diabetics are diagnosed with foot-related issues and have to seek medical help as soon as possible. There are several diabetic … Read more

Is Your Back Pain Caused By Your Feet?

Back pain can be unbearable – when you have it, the only thing you want is to be rid of it. But if you’re trying all you can to … Read more

What Are Fallen Arches?

If you take a close look an adult foot (from the inside) you will notice an inward/upward curve at the center. This curve is known as an arch, and … Read more

What’s the Difference Between Bunions and Corns?

Foot injuries or deformities that are either not recognized or improperly addressed may lead to considerable functional disability, with a negative impact on quality of life and your ability … Read more

Ways to Fix Rough Heels Safely

The summer months are brutal on your feet, especially your heels. Wearing flip flops and sandals everywhere you go, with nothing protecting your feet from the elements can leave … Read more

3 Ways to Treat Athlete’s Foot

Your foot starts itching, cracking and even blistering. You made the mistake of walking barefoot in the showers at the gym, or accidentally brushing your foot against someone who … Read more

How to Treat and Avoid the 3 Most Common Football Injuries to the Foot and Ankle

Recent studies have shown that football is responsible for around 600,000 injuries each year. And each position has its own set of responsibilities and skills, as well as injuries. … Read more

Fissures And Cracks – What Are They?

Our skin is a complicated organ that needs to be supplied with the right quantity of moisture to keep it healthy. It can, however, be very hard to achieve … Read more

What Else Could it Be if Not Fungus Under Your Nails?

Many times, if you have an infection in a toenail, it’s caused by fungus. But there are times when that’s not the case. So what else could it be … Read more

How to Treat Ankle Sprains

About 25,000 ankle sprains happen every day – and no wonder. An ankle sprain can happen when stepping on an uneven surface, running and losing your balance or simply … Read more

How to Keep Your Feet Dry when Playing Sports in the Rain and Snow

When you are running in the rain, skiing, skating or sledding in snow, your feet are bound to get wet at some point. This can cause discomfort, and in … Read more

Subungual Hematoma – Causes and Treatment

Subungual hematoma refers to a painful condition where blood collects in the space between the fingernail or toenail and the nail bed. It usually results from injury inflicted by … Read more

4 Common Foot and Ankle Injuries from Playing Baseball

Injuries to the foot and ankle in baseball are more common than you may think. Let’s take a look at four that happen most often.

1. Ankle sprains and fractures

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What is Turf Toe?

Turf toe refers to a sprain that affects the ligaments surrounding the big toe joint. Turf toe usually affects football players, especially those playing on artificial turf. It’s important … Read more

How to Treat and Avoid Ankle Sprains

The most common cause of a sprained ankle is a fall or a sudden twist. Sometimes a hard blow may cause the joint of the ankle to shift from … Read more

Who Needs a Podiatrist

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Why Are Torn Ankle Tendons Common in Overweight Women Over 40?

Torn ankle tendons, sprains and ligament damage tend to be more common in overweight women age 40 or above for several different reasons. First, there is a strong and … Read more

When to See a Podiatrist about Your Foot Problems

Our feet are important to us, and given how complex they are, it’s no wonder! Our feet contain a combination of 26 bones, 33 joints, and 126 muscles, nerves, … Read more

4 Problems with Wearing Flip-Flops

Just about everyone wears flip-flops in the summer, but this popular footwear choice is not very healthy for your feet. The lack of support can cause serious injury when … Read more