by Andrew Bernhard, DPM | Dec 21, 2018 | Foot Deformities
Tendinitis of the foot and ankle is staggeringly common because of the amount of muscles and tendons acting on the foot and ankle. There are numerous bones and joints in the lower extremity, all of which act like ropes and pulleys by the tendons in the area. Because...
by Andrew Bernhard, DPM | Apr 17, 2017 | Foot Deformities, General Foot Care
At Eagle-Summit Foot & Ankle, we’ve found that diabetic patients frustrated by hard-to-heal, infection-prone ulcers on their feet could benefit from a common, minimally-invasive surgical procedure to relieve tightness in their Achilles tendons. The Achilles is the...
by Brian Maurer, DPM | Apr 3, 2017 | Foot Deformities, General Foot Care
Our toe joints are uniquely designed for movement — especially the big toe, which provides most of the propulsive force needed for walking and running. Cartilage between the bones provides a smooth, gliding surface for motion and acts as a cushion for the joint...
by Brian Maurer, DPM | Feb 27, 2017 | Foot Deformities, General Foot Care, Heel Pain, Skin Conditions
At the risk of playing into a stereotype, men can be quite stubborn. This holds true in numerous regards—“I am not lost; I’m just taking the scenic route!”—but our stubbornness can become a real issue when it comes to medical situations, including foot problems. There...
by Brian Maurer, DPM | Sep 23, 2016 | Foot Deformities, Footwear Recommendations
A clown’s shoes are meant to be too big, just as ballerina shoes are meant to be snug, but career paths aside, your normal everyday shoes should fit properly to avoid problems with your feet. What if you happen to already have a problem you ask—like maybe a bunion?...
by Brian Maurer, DPM | Sep 6, 2016 | Foot Deformities
Both throughout history and in modern times, you can find countless examples of the way women suffer for fashion and beauty. Constrictive corsets. Super tight skinny jeans. Foot bindings. Spanx. The list can go on, but we’re sure you see the point – women sometimes...
