Common Back-to-School Foot Issues in Children
Between gym class, after-school sports, and walking to bus stops, kids and teens don’t have it easy when it comes to keeping their feet healthy.
Between gym class, after-school sports, and walking to bus stops, kids and teens don’t have it easy when it comes to keeping their feet healthy.
When gout strikes your big toe, we at Stavros O. Alexopoulos, DPM, understand how excruciating the pain can be. And while gout has a lot to do with genetics, what you eat and drink plays a huge role in triggering these painful attacks.
From a clumsy stumble in the dark to a more serious accident, the impact can range from a minor inconvenience to a life-altering problem. It’s important to know the different types of foot and ankle trauma and when to seek medical attention – which is why in this article, we at My Chicago Foot Expert are covering them all.
As we age, foot hygiene and care are crucial, especially with falling, fractures, and systemic health issues all prevalent. Maintaining good foot health can mean better mobility, more independence, and a better life.
Ever felt a weird tingling, numbness, or even a burning pain in the sole of your foot? You could be dealing with a few common foot and ankle conditions, but tarsal tunnel syndrome is a main culprit we at My Chicago Foot Expert have experience dealing with.
Have you felt your shoes suddenly being too tight, or noticed your socks leaving deep indentations around your ankles? Foot and ankle swelling (aka edema) is a common issue that we see at My Chicago Foot Expert, but the reasons behind it can vary quite a bit depending on your circumstances. Let’s explore a few…
Our feet are sensitive, which is why when there’s a problem, you generally feel it. However, some foot conditions have subtle signs that could easily be mistaken for something else, or are entirely asymptomatic. Today, we at My Chicago Foot Expert will be exploring 5 foot problems you might not notice. Early Charcot Foot Charcot…
You’ve probably heard of an ankle sprain, but did you know most of them are actually tears? While “sprain” is a common word for ankle injuries, it covers a range of damage, especially when ligaments and tendons get stretched past their limits. In fact, there are many tears in the foot and ankle that we…
A child’s feet are constantly growing and developing, and that means, despite parents’ best efforts, many of them are running around with the wrong-sized sneakers. Since this is a potential problem for their foot structure and growth, we at My Chicago Foot Expert are here to shed light on children’s shoe sizes and equip parents with…
Custom orthotics are far more than just shoe inserts; they are precision medical devices designed to address the unique biomechanics of your feet. Unlike over-the-counter options, custom orthotics are molded to the exact contours of your feet to provide tailored support and alleviate the symptoms of many foot conditions we at My Chicago Foot Expert see…
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