Initially, podiatrists treat plantar fasciitis with conservative treatments such as rest, anti-inflammatory medication, arch supports and night splints. If these treatments fail, podiatrists may perform a simple surgery to treat plantar fasciitis. With the right treatment plan, this type of foot problem usually improves within a few months. To recover faster and make sure there…
At Adelaide Foot and Ankle, we often treat patients of all ages with ingrown toenails. Ingrown toenails occur when a corner or side of the nail (nail edge) curves downwards and penetrates the surrounding skin. Ingrown nails often cause pain and discomfort. They can lead to inflammation and sometimes, infection. Albeit having an ingrown nail…
Plantar warts, periungual warts and even common warts can grow on the feet. Most skin warts are contagious. Foot warts are caused by viral infections, causing pain and discomfort that can affect your day-to-day activities. Warts on a foot (Image Source: Marionette/Wikimedia Commons) Although foot warts may go away on their own, various treatment options…
Some major developments are happening in Australia in regard to Podiatric Surgery, which is going to be beneficial for the whole profession.
Here at Adelaide Foot and Ankle, one of the most common questions our patients ask us is: Can bunions be corrected without surgery? Well, there are several ways we can treat bunion pain without surgery. Generally, non-surgical bunion treatments should be the initial methods to consider before anything else. Bunion surgery should only be the…
Seek medical attention immediately if you can’t take 4 steps or bear weight on the ankle. An x-ray may be ordered to see if you have a broken bone in your lower leg or foot. See a doctor if the sprained ankle you’re managing yourself has not healed after a day or so. If you…
image credit Quitting smoking, controlling your blood pressure, eating a healthy diet and exercising are some of the ways for improving blood circulation in the legs and feet. Also, elevating your feet, getting a massage, staying hydrated, wearing compression stockings and soaking in a warm bath can improve circulation in your legs. If left untreated,…
The terms “fallen or collapsed arches” and “flat feet” are often used interchangeably. However, there are some differences between the two conditions. A collapsed arch is a flat foot that develops in adulthood due to weakened ligaments supporting the arch, often referred to as posterior tibial tendon dysfunction. In contrast, flat feet usually begin in childhood…
A bunion is a bony bump that develops on the side of your big toe joint. It is a foot condition that forms when the big toe points inward (or towards the second toe). This forces the joint to jut out, causing discomfort and pain. Many of today’s footwear does not fit properly over the…
There are several reasons why people add shoe inserts or insoles to their footwear. Some need them for pain relief from plantar fasciitis, heel spur, high arch and other foot problems. Others wear them to address their tired, fatigued feet or to improve athletic performance. Orthotics are meant to make your feet feel more comfortable.…