Orthotics and Shoe Inserts: What you need to know about these foot treatment devices

By Podiatrist - Bunions,Diabetes and poor circulation (vascular disease),Flat Feet,Foot and ankle pain and instability,Hammer toes,Heel spurs & plantar fasciitis,Orthotics

Orthotics are medical devices that patients wear inside their shoes. A podiatrist often prescribes foot orthotics or foot orthoses to patients who have problems with how they stand, walk and run. Orthotic devices are also used to treat patients with foot pain caused by disorders such as arthritis, bursitis, plantar fasciitis and diabetes. Most people have foot and leg issues […]

Hammer Toes: Causes, Diagnosis, Treatment

By Podiatrist - Hammer toes

What are hammer toes? A hammer toe is a contracture or bent deformity of one or more joints of the toes.