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If you’re having foot and ankle pain, a podiatrist is your go-to person to handle your needs. However, sometimes, you may be unsure whether your pain is bad enough to warrant a trip to the podiatrist. Some foot and ankle symptoms can be handled at home or with help from a physical therapist. Let’s talk
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A Guide to Self-Care for Your Feet
Whether your feet are perfectly healthy or you have a compromising condition, such as diabetes or peripheral artery disease, self-care for your lower extremities yields immediate and long-term benefits. Your podiatrist in St. Peters, MO, has many important tips for pain-free, functional, healthy feet no matter your age or lifestyle. Clean Feet Are Healthy, Happy
Read MoreWhat You Should Do If You Have Foot Pain
Your feet support your whole body when you stand and do your daily tasks on your feet. Due to this, you are bound to experience foot pain once in a while. Foot pain refers to discomfort that you experience in any part of your foot. The pain may be originating from your toes, heels, soles,
Read MoreEffective Tips for Preventing Ingrown Toenails
An ingrown toenail is a nail that has grown into the adjacent skin on the toe, so the skin overlaps the nail. Ingrown toenails can be painful, as they put pressure into the skin. An ingrown toenail can also become infected. If your affected toe begins to turn red, become swollen, or feel warm or
Read MoreReasons Why Foot Problems Worsen In The Winter
Winter is an exciting time — from holiday cheer to the fun of snow. However, frigid temperatures can cause several health problems. The sudden drop in temperature may also make existing medical issues worse. Your feet are no exception. Here are some reasons why foot problems tend to worsen in the winter and the steps
Read MoreFoot Health: What Podiatrists Look At
Our feet play a vital role in our stability and everyday movement. However, the health of our feet is often the last thing on our minds. When we experience foot pain or struggle with limited mobility, only then do we pay close attention. If you want to start taking better care of your feet, consider
Read MoreTop 5 Foot and Ankle Problems to Watch Out for in Your 50s
With age comes change, and this happens in all parts of your body – including your feet. Some of these changes result from various lifestyle factors when you were younger, but some are natural. If these changes begin to cause foot pain, they can interfere with your ability to walk, exercise, and participate in activities
Read MoreHealthy Feet for Life: Preventing Injuries
Maintaining healthy feet begins with preventing injuries from happening in the first place. You do not need to wait for foot pain or discomfort to develop before you decide to start taking care of your feet in a preventive, proactive way. Let’s talk about a few simple ways in which you can prevent foot and
Read MoreCommon Foot and Ankle Injuries from Football
Football players can be vulnerable to a number of different injuries on the field, particularly foot and ankle injuries. Such injuries can occur from a variety of factors, such as direct trauma during a tackle, running, or from side to side cutting. Some injuries can be complex and in order to treat them successfully, early
Read MoreCommon Conditions of Foot and Ankle Pain
Your feet and ankles have a very important function. They keep you balanced and mobile. Don’t feel guilty about being extra careful with them since you rely on them a lot and any issues that may develop can affect your balance and mobility. So, whenever you feel pain in your foot and ankle, you shouldn’t
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