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SPRING FOOTWEAR
Wearing a more supportive sandal such as Vionic , Keen or Croc that is approved by Belton podiatrists will provide more comfort and support than a traditional flip flop. If your heels become dry, rough and cracked using a pumice stone and a urea based cream like...
EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT PLANTAR FASCIITIS
Are you suffering from heel pain that flares up when you first get out of bed in the morning? Does jogging, hitting the gym, or running for the bus make your heel hurt? Does climbing stairs or standing on your tip-toes result in heel pain, too? According to the...
CARING FOR YOUR FEET THIS SUMMER
Summertime is when we take off layers of clothing because the warm air feels so good on our skin. This includes wearing sandals without socks or even walking around with bare feet. And while it does feel good to wiggle your toes outside and walk through the grass...
WHEN TO SEEK TREATMENT FOR BUNION PAIN
Are you seeking relief from your bunions? Bunions often run in families and are caused when the tissue or bone at the bottom joint of the big toe moves out of place, causing a bump to form at the side of the foot. The official name for bunion is hallux valgus, a...
YOU HAVE AN INGROWN TOENAIL: WHAT NOW?
An ingrown toenail can be uncomfortable causing swelling and redness, and has the potential to become infected. If you have an ingrown toenail, it is best to treat it immediately to reduce discomfort and allow the toe to heal quickly. People who have reduced...