How to Reduce Swelling in Feet During Pregnancy
Wondering how to reduce swelling in feet during pregnancy? Or looking for other foot care advice for for soon-to-be-moms? You’re not alone: so many new and expectant mothers wonder how to cope with (or prevent) changes in their feet. Luckily, we’re here with tips and advice so that your feet stay healthy despite the strain…
Six Keys to Preventing and Treating Ingrown Toenails
Looking for the best method for treating ingrown toenails? Here in Spring, TX, we can wear sandals and open-toed shoes for most of the year. Except, if you have curved or infected ingrown toenails, you may want to keep them hidden. So let’s help you get back to showing off your toes–and improving your pain.…
7 Ways to Prevent Diabetic Foot Ulcers
Managing your diabetic foot care is the best way to prevent complications like ulcers. (These are hard-to-heal infections that put you at risk for amputation.) Of course, our Spring and Tomball, TX podiatrists are here to help if problems develop. Just ask Dave, one of our patients who recently shared this about his experience with…
What Works on Cracked Heels
Wondering what works for cracked heels? There are several different ways to heal severely dry, cracked foot skin. And this post will help you choose your best option. But first, let’s explore why you develop problems in the first place. What Causes Cracked Heels? When the skin on your feet gets very dry, it…
What to do with a Broken Toe on TV or on the Links
Too many people think there’s nothing you can do for a broken toe. Or that you just have to live in pain until it heals. But when celebrities break their toes, we get to see how many options there are for treating this fracture. And that’s the case with golfer Lucas Glover and…
Foot Pain from Cycling: Can I Fix This Problem?
Do you get foot pain from cycling? Many people who ride–either outdoors or in a spin studio–complain about hot feet, numb feet or simply achy pedal pushers. But why does cycling take such a big toll on your feet? And what can you do to prevent foot pain during a or after a bike ride?…
Prevention of Diabetic Foot with Tibial Artery Calcification Care
One of the main goals at our podiatry practice in Spring, TX is the prevention of diabetic foot complications. Now, we do that in many different ways. But studies now say we can help predict–and prevent–ulcers by paying attention to Tibial Artery Calcification. Let’s take a closer look. Prevention of Diabetic Foot: the TAC Connection…
How to Prevent Diabetic Amputation
Diabetic amputation is a preventable complication. But it’s also a common one, since this disease can affect blood flow to your feet when left untreated. (See the illustration below.) Fortunately, with regular care, we can preserve circulation and prevent infections, reducing your risk for limb loss. But when people forego those quarterly diabetic visits, bad…
Diabetes and Circulation: How Dark Chocolate Can Help
If you’re living with diabetes and circulation concerns, here’s some tasty news. A Sapienza University study discovered that the polyphenols in dark chocolate can increase blood flow. In turn, this increased blood flow can help patients who suffer from peripheral artery disease (PAD), diabetes and other conditions that affect circulation. Dark Chocolate and Circulation When…
Let’s Fight Unnecessary Amputations for Diabetics
Amputations in diabetics is an age old problem. In fact, in recent years, scientists discovered that the world’s first amputation happened more than 30,000 years ago. But why do amputations happen? And why are they such a problem for diabetics? Let’s take a closer look. Amputations for Diabetics Overseas A group of MPs and…
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