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Signs and Treatment for Sprained Ankles
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Aug. 07, 2019.
Signs and Treatment for Sprained Ankles
Do you have a sprained ankle? Ankle sprains are among the most common injuries. Ankle sprains sprain occur when the ligaments in the ankle are
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Category: Podiatry
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Dealing With Claw Toes and Mallet Toes
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jul. 18, 2019.
Understanding Claw and Mallet Toes
Think you may have mallet or claw toes? Mallet and claw toes form over years and are common in adults. Mallet and claw toes are among
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Category: Podiatry
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What are Hammertoes?
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jul. 03, 2019.
A hammertoe is a common foot deformity that affects the middle joint of the smaller toes. As a result, this causes the toes to bend downward. Since this bend causes
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Category: Foot Conditions
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Taking Care of Flat Feet
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jun. 19, 2019.
While there are many people with flat feet, often times they won’t even know it; however, there are others with flat feet that regularly experience pain, soreness, and other problems.
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Category: Foot Care
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Taking Care of Diabetic Feet
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jun. 06, 2019.
Many podiatry practices, such as Dr. Mark Block’s team here in Boca Raton, FL, specialize in helping patients who have “diabetic feet.” This is a phrase that refers to the
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Category: Foot Care,  Foot Conditions,  Podiatry,  Podiatrist
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Treating Diabetic Feet
Author:
Anonymous
posted: May 31, 2019.
Diabetic feet need special care because of decreased circulation, neuropathy, joint deterioration, and more. While your primary care physician may guide you on blood sugar control, medications, a healthy diet,
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Category: Foot Conditions
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What is a Neuroma? 5-15-19
Author:
Anonymous
posted: May 10, 2019.
Are you dealing with pain, burning, tingling or numbness between your toes or in the ball of the foot? If you said “yes” then you could be dealing with a
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Category: Foot Conditions
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Taking Care of Bunions
Author:
Anonymous
posted: May 03, 2019.
A bunion is one of the most common foot deformities, often affecting the joint at the base of the big toe. Anyone can develop this painful condition but it most
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Category: Foot Care
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Ingrown Nails
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Apr. 19, 2019.
Swelling, reddened flesh, shooting pain, and pus are just some of the incredibly uncomfortable symptoms of having an ingrown toenail. Although this condition can sometimes be successfully treated through home
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Category: Foot Care
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Ways a Podiatrist Can Help You
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Apr. 03, 2019.
The human foot and ankle contain 33 joints, 26 bones and over 100 tendons, ligaments and muscles. While all of these parts of the foot should work together, there are
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Category: Foot Care
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Treatment for Minor Foot Injuries
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Mar. 20, 2019.
An unexpected fall or twist can result in an injury of the foot or ankle, such as a sprain or strain. Immediate first aid can help prevent complications, reduce pain
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Category: Foot Conditions
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Treatment Options for Fungal Nails
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Mar. 07, 2019.
Are you suffering from toenail fungus? Your Boca Raton, FL, podiatrist can help you deal with the condition through the use of laser treatment.
More about Toenail Fungus
Fungi, yeasts, or molds
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Category: Foot Care,  Foot Conditions,  Podiatry,  Podiatrist
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Is Plantar Fasciitis Causing Your Heel Pain?
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Mar. 06, 2019.
Is heel pain keeping you down? Pain that occurs following an injury or early in an illness may play a protective role, warning us about the damage we have suffered. So
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Category: Foot Conditions
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What Are Corns?
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Feb. 15, 2019.
Many people think corns and calluses are the same thing, but there are differences. A corn is smaller than a callus, and has a hard center which is surrounded by
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Category: Foot Care
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What is Achilles Tendonitis?
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Feb. 05, 2019.
Heel pain is one of the most common complaints a podiatrist hears about from patients. If you are dealing with heel pain above the heel bone then you could be
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Category: Foot Care
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Dealing With Athlete's Foot
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jan. 15, 2019.
Athlete's foot is one of the most common fungal infections of the skin and is frequently seen in our office. Whether you've had it or not, it's important to understand
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Category: Foot Care