Our podiatrists blog about a range of helpful topics, from podiatric surgery recovery to common symptoms and their causes. Even if you do not currently have a foot or ankle problem, these posts will provide you with useful information. In other words, if you have feet, these posts are for you!
- Page 1
-
Managing Your Weight Is One Step in Maintaining Healthy FeetOur Central Texas podiatrists explain how being overweight can cause injuries to the feet and ankles, particularly in people with diabetes.
-
The Risks of Participating in the Barbie Foot ChallengeIt may be tempting to participate in the latest TikTok trend, the Barbie Foot Challenge. However, our Austin podiatrist explains the risks and dangers.
-
Understanding the Common Causes of Foot Cramps and How to Treat ThemIf you are experiencing painful foot cramps, it can be due to various reasons—some more serious than others. Our Austin podiatrists discuss possible causes.
-
My Heel Hurts! - Keeping Your Plantar Fascia StretchedHeel pain can be caused by a number of factors, which can make walking a very tedious task. Austin Foot explains how stretching can help relieve this ailment.
-
Pump Bump: A Different Type of ‘Heel Spur’Pumps on the bottom of your feet can be the result of protruding heel spurs. Austin Foot and Ankle explains how heel spurs can evolve into Haglund's deformity.
-
Posterior Tibial Dysfunction: Heel Pain and Dropping ArchesHeel pain and dropping arches causes pain on the inside arch portion of the foot. Contact Dr. Thomajan at Austin Foot and Ankle for help with this pain.
-
Understanding the Forms of ArthritisSome people think arthritis is a single issue, but there are actually quite a few forms of arthritis. Austin Foot and Ankle Specialists discusses.
-
Heel Pain Due to Weight GainAn evaluation by Austin Foot and Ankle Specialists can identify the source of your heel pain and get you back to your activities pain free.
-
Understand Why You Wake With Heel PainThere are various potential causes of heel pain, but a common one is plantar fasciitis. Learn more from the doctors at Austin Foot and Ankle Specialists.
-
Heel Pain: The Bone BeneathThe heel bares all of the weight from the the body in every step. This repeated pressure can ware on the bone after time, which can break it down causing pain.
-
Heel Pain: Getting the Proper Shock AbsorptionOrthotics are often used to treat heel pain. Orthotics correct biochemical and structural imbalances in your foot and ankle to reduce stress and relieve pain.
-
Heel Spurs: A Source of Heel Pain?Don't let heel pain keep you off your feet. Austin Foot and Ankle Specialists will diagnose your source of pain and prescribe the best treatment for you!