How to Speed Up Broken Ankle Recovery Time
After an injury, most of our patients want to know their broken ankle recovery time. And they’re not alone. When the Northwestern Wildcats’ Venric Mark broke his ankle a few years back, he learned he’d be out for the rest of the season. As such, his team was worried that they’d lose out on appearing…
Avoid These Common Football Injuries
If your child is on the high school or college football team here in Spring or Tomball, TX, it’s important to watch for signs of football injuries. You see, because of the high speeds and hard hits that characterize this popular sport, players have a high risk for ankle and foot injuries. Want to know…
The Best Way to Get Safe Pedicures
Sometimes, you just need to relax and get your toenails looking pretty with safe pedicures. Maybe you’re avoiding salons, because of the cost or safety concerns. Or maybe you’re just crunched for time and squeezing in a home pedicure between work, virtual school and preparing those endless meals and snacks. We get it. But we…
Here’s Why Wearing High Heels Hurts Feet
Have you noticed that wearing high heels hurts your feet? Once, stilettos were a major staple in nearly every woman’s wardrobe. Now, in a post-COVID world, many women have swapped their heels for sneakers or flats. Here’s why that’s a good thing. Why Wearing High Heels Hurts Feet Many doctors tell their patients to avoid…
Exercises can strain Overweight Children Causing Foot Pain
Overweight children may experience foot pain. According to an Australian study, the pressure of certain exercises may be to blame. You see, because these kids can have fatter and flatter feet, overweight children are at risk for increased pressure on the arch—leading to foot pain and discomfort. This could ultimately cause kids to avoid participating…
5 Ways to Spot a Broken Ankle
In our active society, a broken ankle injuries is increasingly common. Just recently, the Museum of Ice Cream was sued when a guest broke his ankle after jumping into a sprinkle pit. Whether you trip down the stairs, or roll your ankle on the basketball court, sprains and fractures are possible—and easily diagnosed at Louetta…
Try This Foot Workout for Better Balance
Next time you hit the gym, think about trying a new foot workout, too. Better yet? Just try it at home. Because, either way, these few simple steps can help you achieve less foot pain, fewer injuries, and better balance, too! Here’s how and why it works! Why try a foot workout? Our podiatrists in…
Are Crocs Good for Your Feet?
Crocs are a super popular kids’ shoe. And adults love them too. (Brooke Shields even rocked them at the 2024 Tony Awards while recovering from foot surgery.) Now, these rubber shoes are easy to slip on and off. And, at least in the short term, they may feel pretty comfortable. But are Crocs good for…
New Ways to Fight Diabetic Foot Ulcers
Here at our Spring and Tomball, TX podiatry practices, we do everything we can to prevent diabetic foot ulcers. We know that this complication of diabetes affects as many as 15% of diabetic patients. And developing an ulcer is a major risk factor for foot amputations, or even death. In fact, about half of the…
Here’s How to Manage Foot and Ankle Arthritis
Need help managing foot and ankle arthritis? While we closed out National Arthritis Awareness Month in May, we wanted to bring attention to the ways this disease affects your feet and ankles. It’s especially important information for the summer months, since you want to spend more time on your feet enjoying the best of the…
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