Understanding Arthritis: A Comprehensive Guide
Arthritis is an inflammatory disease of the joints. Learn more about the common types, symptoms, and prevention of arthritis.
Foot Health Starts With The Right Shoes: A Podiatrist’s Guide
Your shoes greatly contribute to the proper support and prevention of foot problems. Learn how to find the perfect shoes for your needs.
6 Ways to Manage Arthritis Pain
Arthritis tends to develop when bones rub against one another due to cartilage wear and tear, resulting in friction, injury, and inflammation. It is an autoimmune condition that develops when the body’s defenses erroneously target healthy joint tissue. Arthritis patients might suffer from poor quality of life as joint inflammation and pain can restrict everyday…
Caring for Your Child’s Feet
It is common for parents to worry about their children’s health and well-being as they are growing up. But did you know your child’s foot health is also an important part of their development? Make sure you pay ample attention to your and your child’s feet to avoid debilitating issues in the future. Here are…
Are Your Feet Signaling a Thyroid Problem?
Many people are unaware that our feet are the first ones to send warning signals in case something is wrong with our body or if any of our organs need attention. This January, as we celebrate Thyroid Awareness Month, we would like to highlight that our feet also signal us in case we are experiencing…
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…
Give Thanks for Foot Health
As America celebrates Thanksgiving this month, many of us will make lists of all that we have to be grateful for, our family, friends, and homes. But will you give thanks for your good foot health? Here are three reasons to be grateful for your healthy feet and ankles: They help you stand upright. As…
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…
Protect Feet from Fungal Infections
A fungal infection can occur anywhere on your body. The skin on your feet is particularly vulnerable, as are the nails. These illnesses are not typically serious, but they can be uncomfortable. Knowing how to prevent and spot an infection and what to do if you suspect that you’ve developed one is important. The CDC’s…
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