Maybe you nicked your skin while trimming your toenails, got a blister from new shoes, or noticed a crack in your heel. It seems minor, so you might not think twice about it. Why is even a small foot cut dangerous when you have diabetes?
Misinformation comes with a cost. In terms of podiatry, it can point people toward ineffective remedies that exacerbate their problems or even prevent them from seeking the care they need. The team at My Chicago Foot Expert takes pride in patient education! With this blog, we’ll debunk five popular foot and ankle myths that could…
During the winter, older adults are more likely to have problems with their feet because of circulation, arthritis, and other diseases that become common as we get older. It’s important to take care of your feet during the winter. This will help you feel more comfortable and mobile and reduce the risk of accidents. During…
When the skin on the feet becomes very dry, heel cracks can happen. This risk increases in winter months, when a lack of humidity in the air can rob skin of moisture. Also known as fissures, heel cracks are not only unattractive; they are painful. Further, these chronic breaks in the skin can provide entry…
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