The Importance of Foot Care for Diabetic Patients Foot problems are a common occurrence in individuals with diabetes. These foot problems can arise because of nerve and blood vessel damage caused by high blood sugar levels. But with proper care and attention, you can reduce the risk of developing complications. At our office, we understand the importance of foot care for individuals living with diabetes. We offer custom orthotics and diabetic shoes that can help alleviate foot pain. In this blog post, we will discuss the significance of diabetic foot care and provide practical tips on how to ..read more

Neuromas: A Quick Guide For All You Need Do you have a hard lump on the ball of your foot? Does it feel like there is constantly a pebble stuck under the skin? Does the discomfort get worse when you wear tight-fitted shoes or try to walk? Then you might have a neuroma.  Neuromas are relatively common. According to recent data, 1 in 3 people develops Morton’s Neuromas. Female patients are roughly 8 to 10 times more likely to experience this condition compared to male patients.  The great news is that we offer products in our online store that will help with neuroma pain! Check them ..read more

Why are Dry Feet so Problematic? The skin is the human body’s largest organ. Though skin is naturally hydrated by water and oil, skin can dry out and become the source of larger issues, including wrinkles, eczema, and psoriasis. Dry skin (also known as xerosis) can cause discomfort by making your skin itchy, scaly, and flaky. Cracked skin may also result. Cracked skin can be especially prevalent on the hands, lips, elbows, and feet. Sometimes cracked skin can be so severe that it produces open sores. When this happens, it’s important to be cognizant of the fact that open sores are at risk of ..read more

What Can I Expect After My Bunion Treatment? So, you’ve decided to seek bunion treatment. Great news! You’ve come to the right place! Here, we are going to break down what a bunion is, how it might be affecting your feet, the two different types of bunion surgical treatments that we offer, and what you can expect from each treatment.  What is a Bunion? First, if you aren’t familiar with what a bunion is, let’s talk about bunions and how they may affect your feet. A bunion is a bony bump that forms on the joint at the base of your big toe. The bunion forces the tip of your big toe to be ..read more

8 Tips to Manage Plantar Fasciitis Pain at Home Are your morning commutes ruined by heel pain and stiffness? Perhaps you’re a keen runner whose training schedule is disrupted by bouts of heel pain? Whatever your age or lifestyle, heel pain is most likely the result of plantar fasciitis, a frustrating condition affecting around 1% of the US population.  The only way to be sure you’ve got plantar fasciitis is to visit a local medical facility, such as the Foot & Ankle Center of Oklahoma. However, it’s worth noting that common symptoms of plantar fasciitis include:  Pain that su ..read more

Why Do My Heels Hurt in the Morning? Getting up to throbbing and stabbing pain in the arch of the foot is no way to start the day. Talk about getting off on the wrong foot! Of course, you don’t have to wake up feeling like a champion every single morning. But, when the pain gets in the way, it’s normal to feel drained and frustrated. So, why do heels hurt in the morning? Many issues can lead to pain in the heels. Morning heel pain could be the result of Achilles tendinitis or plantar fasciitis. But, it could also pop up if you’ve recently hurt your foot, like with a stress fracture. Let’s ta ..read more

Circulatory Problems and Foot Health At first glance, the circulatory system may not seem related to your foot health. But look closer and you will find the two closely related. In many cases, the body extremities, like the hand and the feet, are mostly affected by poor circulation. Since the circulatory system is responsible for transporting oxygen and blood across your entire body, it is vital for your overall health. And when there is a problem with the system, you need to take it seriously.  If you’re suffering from foot pain, lack of proper circulation can be a major reason. So, le ..read more

Winter Sports Injuries: What to Watch Out For Winter is here. And as we go out to have fun in the colder weather with activities like snowboarding, skiing, ice skating, or sledding, we need to be aware of the possible injuries that can occur. In this post, we will cover the most common winter sports injuries you need to watch out for. What are some common winter sports foot and ankle injuries? Here are some of the most common injuries to feet and ankles from winter sports and other winter-related activities Frostbite – One of the most dangerous if not caught quick enough, frostbite is tissu ..read more

Fluid Flow for Heel Pain Treatment If you’re experiencing heel pain,growth factors such as Fluid Flow from BioLab Sciences could be the treatment you need. This treatment is currently covered by MEDICARE.   Fluid flow treatments help improve blood circulation and reduce inflammation and pain.  This article will discuss how fluid flow works and how it’s the best way to treat heel pain. We will also discuss some of the numerous benefits of fluid flow treatment. What is Heel Pain? Heel pain is a nagging ache that you feel in the heel bone. The pain doesn’t go away after massaging, and ..read more

What Are Hammertoes [and What Can You Do About Them]? Hammertoes, unfortunately, do not provide you the ability to drive nails into wood with your feet. The actual condition is much less useful and exceptionally more bothersome. A hammertoe is a deformity in which a toe bends at a joint and refuses to lie straight while at rest. As the condition progresses, the toe can become more rigid and harder to bend. This can not only be painful in itself but cause troublesome secondary symptoms as well. Early detection and management are the best ways to keep hammertoes from having a severe negative i ..read more