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Common Foot and Ankle Injuries and How to Treat Them
posted: Jan. 23, 2023.
Your podiatrist is a foot and ankle specialist who can treat a wide variety of foot, ankle, and toe conditions. Your ankles, feet, and toes perform important functions helping you Read more
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The Common Causes of Foot Pain and How To Find Relief
posted: Dec. 21, 2022.
When you experience foot pain, you might be tempted to ignore it. That’s a bad idea. Foot pain can grow worse over time, leading to loss of mobility and a Read more
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What Is an Ingrown Toenail?
posted: Nov. 18, 2022.
An ingrown toenail is a toenail which has grown into the surrounding skin of your toe. If you’ve ever had an ingrown toenail, you already know how painful it can Read more
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Causes of Heel Pain
posted: Nov. 01, 2022.
Heel pain is one of the most common problems your podiatrist treats. If you are suffering from heel pain, the pain can make it difficult to enjoy an active life. Read more
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What To Do for Ankle Pain
posted: Oct. 01, 2022.
Your ankles are an important part of your body. Together with your legs and feet, your ankles help carry your body weight. They help you walk, run, and enjoy daily Read more
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When To See a Podiatrist for a Sports Injury
posted: Sep. 21, 2022.
Sports injuries happen, and your feet and ankles are especially vulnerable. Your feet and ankles are overworked to begin with, and if you play a sport with a lot of Read more
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Is My Toe Broken?
posted: Sep. 01, 2022.
Do you suspect that you might have broken your toe? You could very well be dealing with a broken toe if you notice pain, stiffness or swelling, or if you Read more
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Hairline Fractures – In the News!
posted: Dec. 30, 2020.
President-Elect Joe Biden Fractures his Foot We have written about hairline fractures before, but today they are in the news again, courtesy of our president-elect, Joe Biden! It appears that Mr. Read moreCategory: Blog,  broken bones,  Conditions and Diseases,  falls in eldery,  foot injury,  Kansas City Foot and Ankle,  podiatrist,  stress fracture -
Ice – Why and How
posted: Sep. 22, 2020.
Ice; why and how! For every fall, scrape, or accidental run-in with an inanimate object (walls, furniture, curbs, etc.), there is a frozen bag of peas for that. It is the Read moreCategory: Blog,  Conditions and Diseases,  diabetic foot issues,  foot injury,  plantar fasciitis,  sports injuries,  sports injury,  stress fracture -
Do our Podiatrists Recommend Walking Barefoot?
posted: Apr. 15, 2020.
As more people are staying home right now, it begs the question: Is it a good idea to walk barefoot in your home? Walking barefoot might be something you only Read moreCategory: athlete's foot,  barefoot running,  Conditions and Diseases,  Foot,  foot complications,  foot fungus,  foot injury,  foot pain,  fungal toenail,  heel pain -
Have you Ever Heard of a Foot Contusion?
posted: Jul. 04, 2019.
Foot Contusions are very common injuries that people (especially children) may encounter. Have you ever heard of a foot contusion? Let’s look at this scary-sounding foot injury (that actually Read moreCategory: Foot,  foot injury,  foot specialist,  Kansas City podiatrist -
3 of the Top Ways to Help Prevent Summer Youth Injuries from Sports Activities
posted: Jul. 03, 2019.
Summertime is in full swing, and kids are participating in summer sports and heading off to camp! Organized sports and Camps offer experiences where kids can learn and play. Some Read moreCategory: achilles tendonitis,  athlete's foot,  Corns and Calluses,  foot injury,  fungus,  sports injury -
Platelet-Rich Plasma Injections
posted: Oct. 17, 2016.
Over the past decade, PRP or Platelet-Rich Plasma injections, have gained much popularity as a non-surgical alternative to the treatment of various injuries. This mainly stems from high-level athletes attributing Read moreCategory: achilles tendonitis,  foot injury,  foot pain,  foot surgery,  heel pain