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Podiatry Blog
3 Podiatrist-Approved Tips for Healthy Winter Feet
In our chilly Indiana climate, you have to work for healthy winter feet. Non-stop home heating dries your skin, increasing your risk for cracked heels.
Home for the Holidays? Try These 3 Shoes to Wear Indoors
This holiday season, you’re likely to be home more than out running to holiday parties. But that doesn’t mean you can forget about shoes and go barefoot.
5 Ways to Prevent Diabetic Complications this Holiday Season
When it comes to preventing diabetic foot complications, it’s important to watch your nutrition.
What is Morton’s Neuroma?
If you have pain in the ball of your foot, between your third and fourth toes, you may have Morton's neuroma.
3 Ways to Stay Active through the Indiana Winter
We are starting to feel the chill of our Indiana winters and with gym access more complicated than ever, it’s important to find new ways to stay active in cold weather.
Why You Need a Podiatrist on Your Diabetic Health Care Team
Almost 10% of people in this country have diabetes. That’s why, this Diabetes Awareness Month, we’re helping you understand the two types of diabetes, risk factors for this disease and sharing tips for preventing diabetic complications, especially when it comes to your feet.
Should I Wear Orthotics with Winter Boots?
Can you wear orthotics with winter boots? That’s a big question and an important one. With cold weather coming in Indiana, we’re pulling out the winter boots, and wondering if our orthotics will fit this type of footwear.
What are Hammertoes and How Can I Fix Them?
If you’ve noticed a bend in your toes that won’t go away, you may have hammertoes. This painful condition develops because of imbalances in your muscles, tendons or ligaments.
How to Take Care of Your Toes in the New Year
Bend them, wiggle them, or call them your piggies. Either way, make sure to take care of your toes in the new year. They play a major supporting role in how you move around.
Holiday Travel Must-Haves for Your Feet
Thinking ahead while packing can save you time and help you better prepare for foot issues that may arise.
Trick or Treat, But Watch Your Feet
Before you plan your outfit for Halloween, here are some reminders of the importance of your shoe choice.
Factor Foot Safety into Your Sightseeing
We want to help you enjoy every moment as a tourist while protecting your feet and ankles. After all, many people get back to a fast pace after returning from vacation.
5 Tips to Prevent Swollen Travel Feet
With the holidays already upon us, many will be boarding planes to celebrate with loved ones. Air travel can take a toll – not only on your mental health but also on your feet!
5 Ways to Protect Your Ankles this Winter
We want to help you keep your ankles safe this winter, so we put together a list of 5 easy things to do.
Your Feet Work Hard
One of the simplest and most important steps you can take to care for your hard-working feet is to keep them clean!
Footcare While You Travel
Are you planning a great vacation this summer? Whatever plans you’ve made, take time to consider caring for your feet.