Separating Fact from Fiction: Understanding Diabetes Better
Separating Diabetes Myths from Facts. Learn the truth about this chronic condition during American Diabetes Month.
New Year’s Resolutions for Good Foot Health
Welcome to 2023! Did you know that over 40% of Americans make resolutions to kick off the new year? Year after year, exercising more, eating more healthfully, and quitting smoking are among the nation’s top 10 resolutions. They’re good intentions that will improve overall health and mainly benefit the wellness of feet and ankles. The…
Heel Cracks Are a Winter Risk
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…
Diabetes and Foot Health
November is American Diabetes Month. How much do you know about this whole-body illness and the very particular ways in which it puts foot health at risk? Here is some valuable information from Dr. Stavros O. Alexopoulos. What is diabetes? Hormones are chemicals in your body responsible for a wide range of functions, including development, metabolism,…
Preventative Care is Key to Good Foot Health
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. This is our chance each year to remind you not only to schedule your annual mammogram, but also that preventative care is important for the care of your feet and ankles, too. Here are eight facts for you to know: Just like you see your physician for an annual…
Three Urgent Reasons to See a Podiatrist
Every October, we celebrate International Podiatry Day. While it might not seem like a big deal to you, it is to Dr. Stavros O. Alexopoulos and his team at My Chicago Foot Expert. It’s a special opportunity for us to remind you that your podiatrist is a medical specialist with years of education and experience, and…
Start Your Day with a Good Breakfast for Great Foot Health
By now, you’ve surely got the message that there is a connection between diet and wellness. But are you still wondering just what you should and shouldn’t eat? Dr. Stavros O. Alexopoulos has some suggestions that will help you start your day with a hearty breakfast to boost the health of your feet, ankles, and lower legs.
Fun Facts About Your Feet and Ankles
August 17 is I Love My Feet Day. How much do you know about your feet, ankles, and lower legs? Here are some fun facts to help you celebrate. The human foot and ankle are unique, and its unique structure allows humans to be the only mammals capable of walking upright. There are 26 bones…
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