South Florida Podiatry Leaders
First, let’s start off by talking about what a heel spur is. A heel spur develops when there are calcium deposits on the back and bottom of your heel bone. The growth often occurs at the interface where a tendon or a ligament attaches to the heel bone. Even though they’re usually painless, sometimes they can […]
Why is foot care important? If you work on your feet all day, this can cause sore feet, legs, and even back pain. And unfortunately, there are many jobs which require you to be standing more often than not. Feet are our foundation. We use them to carry ourselves from one place to another. Due […]
Our feet play an essential role in our everyday lives. Therefore, it’s very important to keep healthy feet. A survey conducted in 2014, concluded that out of ten Americans, eight of them have suffered from foot problems, ranging from toenail to chronic foot pain. Although many people suffer foot pain, they tend to be the […]
We get it bunions are annoying and can be very painful! Although they affect everyone differently. For instance, some people who experience a bunion might not have any symptoms at all. On the other hand, others might get swollen, red, and very painful. In fact, if you have a bunion and tend to wear high heels or […]
Feet–we all have them, and we all know the importance of them. We get from one location to another with them, but they are also very vulnerable to germs. When your feet sweat in shoes all day or are exposed to locker room floors, you can develop a condition that is known as “Athlete’s Foot“. […]
Many causes of foot pain are due to the shoes we wear. A lot of people don’t know this, but shoe choice greatly determines the health of your feet. Gone are the days when shoes had a simple and less complicated design. Fashion has completely taken over how we perceive things. With the proper footwear, […]
How do I treat blisters on my feet? Always try to keep your blister untouched. Skin that has not been damaged (broken) may provide a barrier for infection. It’s important to keep your sore covered by a band aid or moleskin. If you suspect your blister has become infected contact your doctor. Furthermore, It’s important […]
Miami, FL August 31, 2018 – Congratulations to our very own Dr. Alan MacGill who was invited as a keynote speaker to the Barry University Rite of Passage Ceremony 2018. Dr. MacGill has established a strong leadership role in the podiatric community. He was recently invited to Barry University for the Rite of Passage Ceremony to participate as a […]
We have compiled a list of home tests you can take to determine if you have flat feet. Afterall, if you’re experiencing foot pain, this could be the culprit. FOOTPRINT TEST: You can determine if you have flat foot by examining your footprint. The next time you go to the beach or swimming pool, check […]
Get to The Bottom of Your Foot Pain Without Injury There are many reasons for the cause of foot pain without injury. According to The American Podiatric Medical Association, 72 percent of Americans experience foot pain, while shockingly, only one-third of those would seek medical help. Foot pain can be the cause of a medical […]