Did you know that 23% of people between 18-65 years old have bunions? Dr. Mustafa discusses surgical options for treating bunions. #bunions #podiatrist #FFLC Bunions are one of the three most common foot ailments, along with plantar fasciitis and Morton’s neuroma. Bunions affect 10-25% of the population; approximately 23% of people 18 to 65 years […]

Dr. Bartholomew discusses the symptoms and treatment options for posterior tibial tendonitis. The anatomy of your feet and ankles breaks down like this: You have 26 bones, 33 joints, and over 100 muscles, ligaments and tendons in each foot. These tissues all work in harmony when everything is going well, but sometimes problems disrupt the […]

It’s a new year! For many, new healthier resolutions are leading to new foot problems…overuse injuries. Dr. Pelucacci discusses the 5 most common overuse injuries along with some tips to avoid these injuries. With the New Year comes new healthier resolutions for many. You’ve decided to take up a new sport to increase your fitness. […]

Dr. Deblasi discusses the impact of diabetes on our feet. What are the contributing factors? She also provides some simple dos and don’ts to minimize the risk of diabetic foot conditions. Have you ever wondered why diabetes affects the feet? There are a few factors that contribute to foot issues in a patient with diabetes. […]

Many people create New Year’s Resolutions this time of year. How about a practical goal…Healthier, Stronger feet. Dr. Lam provides us with some tips to reach this goal. The holiday season is a great time to be surrounded by loved ones, but the New Year is all about you! New Year’s resolutions are a tradition […]

When does toenail surgery become an option? Dr. Bartholomew discusses symptom and diagnosis where a patient should consider surgery. Many rheumatoid arthritis sufferers find that ingrown toenails have become an ongoing problem. An ingrown toenail occurs when the outer edge of the nail gets embedded in the surrounding skin. This can cause pain, swelling, and […]

Dr. Lam gives us insight on a Lisfranc injury. What are the treatment options and recovery time? This last Sunday, Jimmy Garoppolo was carted off the field with a suspected season-ending injury. What is a Lisfranc Injury? Lisfranc (midfoot) injuries result if bones in the midfoot are broken or ligaments that support the midfoot are […]