Heat or Ice for Injuries: What’s Better for your Ankle?
If you’ve twisted your ankle and are in pain, you may be wondering: should I choose heat or ice for injuries? After all, the question is valid. And both heat and ice can help you if you’ve suffered a foot or ankle injury. Yet, immediately after twisting your ankle, stubbing your toe, or dropping something…
Diabetes and Feet: All You Need to Know
Diabetes and feet don’t go well together. There are several ways the disease can impact your foot health. That’s why our Spring, TX podiatrist’s take so much care with our diabetic patients. That was the case for our patient James P., who recently shared: “I have been a patient for more than 10 years and…
All About the Foot Pain Menopause Causes
As women get older, they may start to worry about disrupted sleep, hot flashes and weight gain. But did you know that foot pain in menopause is also a troubling symptom to watch for? It’s true! As your monthly cycles start to wind down, hormone-related foot pain can also become a problem. Want to stay…
Here’s Why You Have to Fight Foot Inflammation
While foot inflammation may not seem like a major concern, this condition is actually the source of many chronic conditions. From Achilles tendonitis to plantar fasciitis, inflammation can lead to pain in your heels, calves and more. In fact, inflammation can be so destructive, that Chicago Bulls player Zach Levine has been sidelined from the…
Aaron Rodgers, Rick Snyder & other Achilles Tendon injury sufferers
There’s been a lot of buzz in recent years regarding the Achilles tendon injury. Recently, NY Jets’ quarterback Aaron Rodgers tore his Achilles tendon, sparking a debate about the safety of playing on turf. And, a few years back, former Michigan governor Rick Snyder felt a “pop” in his right foot while jogging, learning that…
4 Ways to Prevent and Treat Bunions
If you’re ready to treat bunions, you aren’t alone. In fact, about 33% of American adults have one. [i] (And that rate goes up if bunions run in your family, because they tend to be genetic.) So, if you have a big bump on the side of your foot, whether or not it hurts, it…
Check out the Exciting New Bunionectomy Technique!
For many bunion sufferers, a bunionectomy is the only way to find relief. Recently, Criminal Minds star Shemar Moore posted on Instagram about his excitement over bunion surgery, hoping it would turn him into “a foot model.” But, while Shemar was ready to go under the knife, according to The Daily Mail, women are among…
Check out Your Health Plan with a Broken Foot
With 26 bones inside, any injury could leave you with a broken foot. That’s especially true because many of the bones are small and delicate, especially those in your toes and midfoot. Even worse? They can be hard to heal, because we put lots of pressure on our feet. And many bones in the foot…
3 Signs You Need Help for Heel Spurs
Do you need help for heel spurs? Or are you wondering what’s causing that bony bump on the back of your heel? Well, you’ve come to the right place! Heel spurs are bone spurs that form at the back of your heel. And bone spurs are just extra bone that grows on top of your…
Why Vitamin C for Gout Doesn’t Work
Lots of people think vitamin c for gout will help them reduce flares. But what is gout? And how can you reduce your risk for this disease? Read on to find out! What is Gout? Gout is a painful type of arthritis that comes in flares. These flares develop when uric acid crystals build in…