Bunions

A bunion appears as an enlargement of bone at the great toe joint. The deformity is most often caused by inherited poor mechanics of the foot. The 1st metatarsal (the bone that precedes the great toe) gradually drifts outward while... read more

Ingrown toenails

An ingrown toenail is a painful condition whereby the nail pinches the skin. Although any nail may be affected, the great toe is the most commonly involved. The nail has the potential to actually pierce the skin which allows bacteria to enter... read more

Although there are many benefits of bunion surgery, there are also potential risks that all patients should be aware of when deciding to undergo this elective surgery. Please review the risks below and discuss any concerns with the doctor... read more

Plantar warts are skin lesions that develop on the sole of the foot and/or toes after direct contact with the virus HPV (human papillomavirus). There are several strains of HPV which are responsible for the development of plantar warts. read more

Fungus is responsible for both skin and nail conditions of the feet. Fungus is the cause of tinea pedis which is better known as athlete’s foot. This skin condition can manifest itself in between the toes, at the bottom and sides of the feet, or... read more

“Morning sickness”, stretch marks, and food cravings are some of the hot topics associated with pregnancy; however, foot problems are not frequently in the spotlight despite the fact that many women do experience them... read more

Plantar fasciitis is an inflammation of the plantar fascia of the foot. The plantar fascia is a thick band of fibrous connective tissue that connects the heel to the ball of the foot and the base of the toes. The underside of the foot is the plantar.... read more

Pes planus or pes plano valgus are medical terms for flat feet and the associated weight bearing position of the foot. The main supportive structure of the foot is the arch. Pes planus may be diagnosed if the arch is flattened or absent... read more

Gout is a painful, inflammatory condition that occurs about joints with the highest incidence in the foot. The condition results from high levels of uric acid in the body. Uric acid is a by-product produced by the natural break down of purines... read more