The companies that make over-the-counter (OTC) shoe inserts also make a lot of promises about what these products can do and who they can help. The question is when should you use them and when should you see a professional about the problem? We’ll look at how you can figure out if these products will […]
The terms sprained and twisted when applied to the ankle can mean different things to different people. You might see someone with a severe sprain who is unable to walk, or you might see someone who is still able to run on a sprain. If you saw a podiatrist in Pflugerville, TX, you would see these […]
Estimates of athlete’s foot are relatively high in the US, with as many as 15% of the population having it at any given time. If you have it, you likely have itchy or blistered feet. In addition to being uncomfortable, it can also be contagious. We’ll look at the top treatments for the condition and […]
Ingrown toenails start off as little more than an annoyance, which causes people to brush off their importance quickly. However, the longer an ingrown toenail goes without treatment, the more likely it is to get infected. If you’ve been putting off going to see the doctor, we’ll look at how laser treatment is used to […]
It may sound extreme to lose a toenail, particularly if this is the first time it’s happened to you. However, this isn’t necessarily an uncommon event, and it may not even cause much pain or discomfort when it falls off. Here are a few tips if you’re wondering how to treat a missing toenail in […]
Foot pain can majorly impact the rest of the body, so it’s important to understand how it can travel and manifest. Once there’s a problem with the feet, it will put uneven pressure on the rest of the joints, which can impact anything from the legs to the hips. If you’re experiencing hip and foot […]
Bunions are formed when the bones and the muscles of the foot don’t agree. Once they’re misaligned, they create a bump that sticks underneath the base of the big toe. It’s possible that bunions are an inheritable trait, though they may be a product of poorly fitting shoes or inflammatory conditions. If you’re wondering if bunions […]
Subungual onychomycosis (SO) is not exactly a household name but a relatively common infection. More common in toenails than in fingernails, it’s a fungal infection of the nail bed. If you’re concerned about toenail fungus in Pflugerville, we’ll look at how this manifests and what to keep an eye on. What Color is Subungual Onychomycosis? […]
Many things could cause that pain in your ankle, including injury or chronic disease. Before your podiatrist in Pflugerville, TX, can treat your ankle pain, they must discover the source of your discomfort. Achilles Tendonitis Your Achilles tendon is the band of tight tissue that connects the heel of your foot to your calf muscles. And […]
Diabetes is a serious medical condition that may cause nerve damage and loss of sensation in your legs and feet. While this may sound preferable to the pain of neuropathy, it comes with its own set of challenges. Without the sensation of pain, you may not be able to tell when you’ve suffered an injury. […]
