A Consumer Guide to Foot Care

This comprehensive site is dedicated to helping you gain a better understanding of our feet, the problems that can afflict them, and the treatment options available to keep us mobile. You’ll learn all about the way the feet function, and the importance of maintaining proper foot hygiene.

We’ve taken the time to separate the different regions of the foot in order to help you narrow down your search for articles about a specific problem or condition. Our informative articles describe the symptoms, causes, and treatment options available for each of these conditions. You’ll also learn more about what to expect when visiting your podiatrist or foot doctor.

Sprained Ankle

Sprained ankles are the most common injury podiatrists deal with every day. There are various ways to sprain your ankle. Learn more about symptoms, causes of sprained ankles, and about the treatment options that are available to get you walking in no time.

Everyone experiences foot cramps at some point in their life.
Numerous conditions, disorders and injuries can bring about foot pain.
Sir Robert Jones was the first to describe the Jones fracture in 1902.
Warts on your feet can be embarrassing and bothersome
Calluses on your feet are a sign that your foot's defense system is working.
Where does foot fungus come from and how long does it last?
Cold feet is not just a problem brides and grooms have before their weddings.
You do not need to be an athlete to suffer from athlete's foot.
Over 25,000 ankle injuries are reported each day in the US.
Having bunion surgery does not guarantee that the problem won’t recur.
Is there a cure for foot odor?

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Kohler's Disease

Does this rare condition affect your child? Learn what you can do to help.

Foot Pain

Foot pain can sometimes be a sign of an underlying condition that requires medical attention. Find out when to see your doctor, and much more.

Orthotics

Many people use orthotics to improve the function and stability of their feet. Learn about the various types of orthotics used to help restore mobility.

Metatarsal

There are five metatarsals in all. The metatarsals are the long bones located in our feet, between the tarsal (ankle) bones and the phalanges (toes).

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