The midfoot is an important structure within the foot that assists in absorbing forces that come from activities like walking, running and jumping. When patients come see us here at Dallas Podiatry Works and need treatment for a midfoot injury, they often have one of the common Lisfranc injuries. In severe cases, these injuries can […]
When a body part is a different color than normal, it can be a clear indication that something is wrong. Such is the case with black toenails. In this condition, the soft tissue in your nailbed has either become bruised, started bleeding (subungual hematoma), or is possibly displaying a sign of cancer. Fortunately, most of […]
Running is a natural choice when it comes to exercises for burning calories and improving your cardiovascular health. There are certainly an abundance of benefits to be had from this endeavor, but it is high-impact and places stressful forces on your feet and ankles. When you are working out to get into—or stay in—shape, the last […]
When you begin an exercise program, you typically do so to improve your health. Unfortunately, being active increases your risk of injury. Running happens to be one of those great forms of exercise that carries such risk. Runners can potentially develop shin splints, stress fractures, and plantar fasciitis to name just a few possible injuries. […]
Usually it starts small—perhaps just a corner of one little toenail. It seems brittle and distorted, but you may not think much of it. As time goes on, however, and the problem becomes more obvious, you can’t help but pay attention. If this sounds familiar, chances are high that you have developed a fungal nail […]
Distorted, discolored nails from fungal infections can be embarrassing. They change the whole appearance of your foot from healthy to unhealthy. Many different treatments are available to eliminate the fungus and return your toes to health. However, while the affected toes are healing, they still look damaged. If you’ve taken the step to treat your nails, and […]
Psoriasis is a fairly common skin condition that can have an effect on the feet. It is a chronic disease that can be marked by alternating periods of improvement and worsening. The main issue is that cells build up more rapidly than they are supposed to, which leads to various symptoms. The good news is that […]
Have you ever dropped something sharp on your foot, or stepped on something pointed? It hurts to damage your feet like that—especially if the object that harmed you pierced the skin. What about when your own body is the object that pokes and punctures the surface of the skin? It does happen, and more often […]
https://www.dallaspodiatryworks.com/videos/shockwave-therapy-in-dallas-for-heel-and-achilles-pain.mp4 There is a common saying that “a little goes a long way.” While this is true in regards to seasoning a recipe, for example, it can also apply to your feet. Even a little bit of heel or Achilles pain can go a long way in causing discomfort and disrupting your activity level. When pain in […]
The human body relies on a coordinated effort by many parts and systems working in conjunction to keep us alive and participate in our favorite activities. This can be seen in various areas, but the lower limbs are clear examples of complex structures that work together and affect one another. In some instances, the effect […]
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