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A bunion is a painful foot deformity that occurs when pressure causes the bones at the big toe knuckle to move out of place and protrude toward the inner edge of the foot. In addition to the change in foot shape, other bunion symptoms include redness and swelling. A bunion can make it hard to stand, walk,…

Just like there are steps you can take to increase overall health and wellness, there are things that you can do to improve the health of your feet, ankles, and lower legs. How many of these bad habits are you still engaged in? Today is the day to stop! Going barefoot in public: Whether you’re…

Your nail bed is made up of three parts: The nail bed is the soft tissue that lies below the nail itself. Its health is essential for proper nail growth. The nail matrix is the part of the nail bed from which the nail originates and grows. The nail plate is the hard part of…

Phlebitis is a common health issue affecting the lower legs. It can be uncomfortable and, if untreated, dangerous. Do you know what phlebitis is and what causes it? The pumping action of your heart circulates blood through your body via a complex, miles-long system of blood vessels. Arteries bring blood cells from the heart to…

If you know about osteoporosis, you might already know that it’s a chronic and dangerous condition that weakens the bones and leaves people vulnerable to fractures and other injuries. You probably think of it as affecting the spine and hips, and possibly the wrists and ribs. But do you know that osteoporosis can also cause…

A board-certified podiatrist like Dr. Stavros O. Alexopoulos is a medical expert, with years of training and experience that makes him an expert on the anatomy and structure of the feet and ankles. It also makes him an authority on all injuries and illnesses of this part of your body. Even if you’re not a podiatrist, you…

If you are a senior citizen, it’s not news to you that the body changes as we age. What might be a bit of a surprise, however, is learning that these changes don’t just happen from the knees up. Foot health is affected, as well. Happily, your board-certified podiatrist is an expert in caring for…

After months of wool socks and insulated boots, summer sandals are one of summer’s most-enjoyed delights. It feels great to wear those lightweight shoes and allow toes and feet to breathe. Unfortunately, they’re also footwear that comes with some drawbacks. The risk of illness and injury increases when you’re wearing sandals, but those risks can…

Have you ever heard of capsulitis? It’s a common cause of foot pain. Soft tissues, including tendons and ligaments, surround the joints throughout your body. These soft tissues form a sort of “capsule” around the joint and facilitate its function. When the ligaments in the capsule become irritated, they become inflamed, and a painful condition…

American men and women enjoy social and political equality, but that doesn’t mean they share the same physiology. Although the bodies of men and women are primarily the same, biological and environmental differences lead to different health issues, even in the feet and ankles. Here are some examples: Women are more likely than men to…