Any type of surgery can make you feel nervous. When you’re discussing foot surgery with your surgeon, it gives you the chance to ask questions and relieve any concerns or fears that you might have. Your foot surgeon will be happy to answer your questions and ensure you understand everything that they tell you. There…
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Foot Surgery for Arthritis: Everything You Should Know
In the U.S., rheumatoid arthritis is the third most common type of arthritis. It affects people from all backgrounds and ethnicity. Approximately 9 out of 10 individuals who experience rheumatoid arthritis develop complaints in their foot and ankle. Foot surgery is becoming a popular option for individuals who have arthritis. Here is a brief overview…
5 Remedies for Ingrown Toenails
Ingrown toenails are perhaps the most annoying health issue in existence. Why evolution didn’t sort this problem out millions of years ago is a total mystery. After all, humans and their ancestors have had nails for eons. Biology obviously couldn’t figure it out! Leaving an ingrown toenail to resolve itself, however, isn’t usually an option.…
Podiatrist vs Orthopedist
One of the more complicated matters regarding healthcare is understanding what kind of specialist you’re in need of. This is especially problematic when two specialists cover seemingly similar areas of expertise. A common example of this is understanding the differences between a podiatrist and an orthopedist. You might already know that both of these roles…
2020 Guide: When Should I See a Podiatrist?
According to a study conducted by the American Podiatric Medical Association, almost 80% of Americans admit to experiencing foot pain at some point in their lives. The same survey found that about half of all American adults have struggled to take part in everyday activities as a result of their foot pain. But unfortunately, only about one-third of…