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We take winter seriously in Chicago. You’re probably ready for the cold months with snow tires on your car, warm sweaters in your closet, and plenty of soup in your freezer and pantry. But what about your feet and ankles? Have you taken steps to ensure they remain safe and well through the season? Here…

When you think about a broken bone, your mind probably goes to an acute fracture, a sudden break that occurs due to a fall, auto accident, or another sudden incident. These are common injuries, especially in the delicate bones of the feet. But these are only one kind of fracture. Your lower body is also…

Whoever you are, you are vulnerable to a fungal nail infection. These highly contagious infections affect men, women, and children of all ages. Yet, it’s common for patients to see Cook County podiatrist Dr. Stavros O. Alexopoulos laboring under a wide range of misconceptions around these common conditions. Let’s improve your foot health by clearing some of…

Did you know one in 20 Americans will develop a callus this year? You might be among them. Here are some facts you should know about the causes, signs, and treatment of this common foot condition: A callus is known medically as a tyloma or a keratoma. Most calluses are painless but, left untreated, can cause discomfort standing,…

Many communities are moving forward with Halloween celebrations this year. If yours is one of them, you may be considering taking your kids out for one of America’s favorite annual rituals: trick-or-treating. Happily, masks are part of the fun so, as long as you maintain appropriate social distance, you’ll be observing necessary COVID prevention protocols…

Throughout the Chicago area, restaurants and offices are reopening. Men and women are returning to work and enjoying occasional evenings out as restrictions ease. That’s the good news. The bad news is that, as many people begin to dress up and wear their more formal shoes again, podiatrists expect a rise in three common foot…

The air is cooler. The days are shorter. The leaves are changing. There’s no pretending it’s summer in Chicago any longer. Fall is here, and winter is close behind. It’s time to put those sandals away and start thinking about boots to take you comfortably and safely through the colder months. Here are 4 suggestions…

Are you walking around under the mistaken notion that foot pain is a normal, natural, and unavoidable part of growing older? In fact, nothing could be further than the truth! It is entirely possible to live a long, full, active life free from foot pain. A board-certified podiatrist like Cook County foot doctor Stavros O. Alexopoulos,…

How much do you know about plantar fasciitis? The plantar fascia is a band of soft tissue that runs along the bottom of the foot from heel to toe. When it is injured or improperly stretched over a long period, small tears and inflammation result. It is plantar fasciitis. Numerous factors can lead to and exacerbate…

So you read our National Falls Prevention Awareness Month blog post last week, and you’re taking steps to reduce your risk of falls and the foot and ankle injuries they can cause. That’s great, but what happens if, despite your best efforts, you take a tumble and get hurt? What should you know, and what…