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When you go to the shoe store, you want to find a pair of boots, shoes, sandals, or sneakers but, even more than that, you want to choose a pair that’s going to be comfortable for a reasonable period. Here are some tips from Dr. Stavros O. Alexopoulos to help guide your next trip: Plan your excursion…

Many My Chicago Foot Expert patients are continuing to enjoy the warm weather by spending time outside. Are you among them? Time outdoors is one of summer’s pleasures, but it does come with some risks. It’s important to take active steps to keep feet, ankles, and your whole body safe and well. Here are some tips from…

July is just around the corner, so it’s time for Dr. Stavros O. Alexopoulos and the My Chicago Foot Expert staff to remind you that July is UV Safety Awareness Month. How much do you know about the relationship between the sun’s dangerous ultraviolet rays and foot health? When you think about cancer, you probably think of some common…

Heel pain is one of the most common reasons patients come to see Cook County podiatrist Dr. Stavros O. Alexopoulos. Foot pain can impact your ability to engage in activities of daily life. It can also limit your ability to exercise, leading to or worsening other conditions. Don’t let this happen to you. If your feet…

June is Men’s Health Month, making it an excellent opportunity for Dr. Stavros O. Alexopoulos to share some information about men and their feet, ankles, and lower legs. Here are five facts for you: Some global health conditions, including cardiovascular disease and diabetes, can cause foot-related symptoms. The best way to spot these symptoms is to see your…

Approximately 75% of Americans will experience a foot health issue. For many of them, it will be a bunion. The foot pain caused by bunions is among the more common reasons patients come to see Dr. Stavros O. Alexopoulos. Sadly, many of them have been living with this steadily increasing discomfort for years, afraid to get help because…

Millions of men, women, and kids around the world will celebrate Global Running Day on June 2. Are you among them? Running outside is one of the best things that you can do for your physical and mental health. Studies show that regular exercise – even at a moderate pace – can improve cardiovascular health,…

It’s been nearly 70 years since the first U.S. Surgeon General’s report on smoking. By now you’ve probably learned that tobacco use causes lung, mouth, and other cancers and that it is dangerous for your heart, lungs, and overall wellbeing.  But did you know that tobacco use also poses risks for your feet, ankles, and…

May is Neuropathy Awareness Month. How much do you know about this common issue that affects the limbs? The more you know, the more able you will be to spot neuropathy symptoms and address treating the condition. What is peripheral neuropathy? Peripheral neuropathy is an illness related to the nerves that can appear in the arms, hands,…

May is Arthritis Awareness Month. How much do you know about arthritis? Here are ten facts for you from podiatrist Dr. Stavros O. Alexopoulos: Arthritis is a degenerative joint disease. With 26 bones and 33 joints each, your feet are particularly vulnerable to arthritis. Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis. It causes the cartilage in…