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Your Nails Can See Into the Future

In A Study in Scarlet, the world’s most famous detective, Sherlock Holmes, notes that “By a man’s fingernails…a man’s calling is plainly revealed.” Some may question the usefulness of nails—especially the ones found on toes—in an evolutionary context, but toenails can offer some insight into your body’s inner workings. There are clues to medical issues and […]

These 7 Habits May Be Damaging Your Nails

Bad habits…most people have some, but the important thing is what someone does about them. The first step to getting over a bad habit is to recognize it and commit to changing it. This extends to habits that may be damaging your nails, including: Picking at nail polish. It can be tempting to pick at the polish […]

Avoid Black Toenails with the Right Running Shoe Fit

“Form follows function” is a famous axiom coined by revered architect—and mentor to Frank Lloyd Wright—Louis Sullivan. Wright later expanded upon his teacher’s thought to “form and function are one.” These design philosophies are embraced in various manners in our society, including running shoe design. Runners have an array of fashionable options for their footwear, […]

Keep Your Nails On – Prevent Black Toenails from Falling Off

When it comes to the classic saying “the best thing since sliced bread,” we are starting to think—and with all due respect to the many talented bakers here in Dallas, TX—perhaps duct tape should take the place of the proverbial loaf. This genius invention is so versatile that it inspired its own now-classic saying “the […]

Keep Your Nails from Blackening

With the abundance of recently-finished and soon-to-be-completed construction projects extending from Plano to Haslet, the landscape of North Texas is certainly being transformed. Whether we are talking about the State Farm campus opened earlier this year or UNT student union renovation, there have been some major construction projects. The men and women who work in […]

What to Do When Black Toenails Hurt

When you hear stories like Harriette Thompson’s, it can be really tough to make excuses. On May 31 of this year, Ms. Thompson became the oldest woman to complete a marathon…at the sprightly age of 92 years old! Oh, and if that isn’t enough to make you wonder what is stopping you from taking up […]

Are You at Risk for Black Toenails?

The men and women in the Plano Pacers running club are gearing up for their charity 5K run taking place at Bob WoodRuff Park on Saturday, July 25. This club is comprised of over 700 dedicated members who are committed to a healthy lifestyle through running. If you are training for a 5K, you do […]

How to Minimize Your Child’s Bunion Risks

Juvenile bunions cause pain, impairs foot function, and potentially leads to arthritis. As leading bunion experts—here are tips for minimizing your child’s bunion risks. Whereas these deformities are structural in nature and cannot be completely prevented, it is still possible to slow their progression, manage the pain, and even correct the issue by: Using custom orthotics. There […]

Tips to Ease Your Child’s Bunion Pain

One of the benefits of living in a major city like Dallas, TX is the wide range of events and activities for you and your children. Klyde Warren Park, the Dallas Arboretum, Adventure Landing, and Perot Museum are merely a handful of the many possibilities. When your child has pain at the joint where the […]

Is It Time To Consider Bunion Surgery?

Here at Dallas Podiatry Works, we hope that all of our patients can be treated successfully with nonsurgical methods. Fortunately, we are able to use conservative care to effectively handle a wide range of conditions and treat many of our patients in this manner. Sometimes, though, surgery does become a necessary option. One condition where this […]

The doctor has great “bedside manners” when talking to patients. Great staff and comfortable atmosphere.

Derrick W.

The staff at Dallas Podiatry Works could not have been more courteous, helpful, and professional in doing their job. They made me feel comfortable when I was there, which is certainly appreciated. They answered all the questions that I had and just made each visit the most pleasurable that it could be. I would highly recommend them to anyone needing this type of foot care.

Joseph B.

I would highly recommend Dr. Brook to anyone with foot problems–especially problems that stump other podiatrists. He really is very caring and very knowledgeable.

Jeannette H.

Dr. Joel Brook and the staff were nice and helpful. Though I was a new patient, I got right in as soon as they were open in my preferred location. They diagnosed the problem and provided medicines along with a perfect gel bandage so I could keep exercising while my toes healed. My toes already hurt less and look a little better each day. If I have future issues, I will be a repeat customer. Here’s hoping I don’t, but at least I know my feet are in good hands.

Meryl E.

I visited this office for an ingrown toe nail a few years ago. After seeing another doctor, who made it worse, he referred me to Dallas Podiatry Works. The doctor there was able to fix my problem. I’m not great with reviews, all I can tell you is that this doctor and staff will have you up and running or doing whatever it is you do in no time. You will be in great hands. You’d be a fool not to use this doctor. Now its time to visit him again for the other toe.

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Been having bad ankle pains for 6 months was referred here and it was a great visit ladies in the front desk medical assistants and the Doctor were all very friendly and make you feel very comfortable.