Podiatry Blog
Benefits of Custom Orthotics
In the intricate realm of foot health, a remarkable solution has emerged, revolutionizing the way we approach comfort and well-being. Custom orthotics, meticulously crafted to suit your unique foot structure, are becoming a cornerstone in the world of podiatry....
How Neuropathy Can Affect Your Feet
Do you have a burning or numb feeling in your feet? If so, there is a good chance that you have neuropathy. Neuropathy is a condition that affects the peripheral nerves, causing a range of symptoms that can significantly impact your foot health and overall well-being....
Never Delay Wound Care if You Have Diabetes
For most individuals, a blister or a cut on the foot may be nothing more than a minor inconvenience. It may cause some discomfort, and they may apply antibiotic ointment as a precautionary measure. However, suppose you are among the 30 million Americans living with...
5 Treatments for Diabetic Foot Care
Living with diabetes can be a tricky and often challenging journey, especially when foot problems add to the challenges you already face. That's why taking adequate care of your feet is crucial when managing this chronic health condition. By taking the time to care...
How to Tell if You Have an Ankle Sprain or an Ankle Fracture
You just injured your ankle. You have a lot of pain, but the major question flooding your mind is “How bad is this injury?” Could it be an ankle sprain or could it even be an ankle fracture? Both can cause a significant amount of discomfort, but they result from...
If You Have a Diabetic Wound, Every Day Matters
Many kinds of foot and ankle conditions follow a certain, basic pattern. Often the problem starts out small, maybe even barely noticeable. It might cause you some mild discomfort every once in a while, but nothing you can’t handle. But the longer you let things go...
How to Tell if You Have COVID Toes and What You Should Do to Treat Them
There’s still so much we don’t know about COVID-19, even after all these months. One of the strangest things about the disease is the wide variety of symptoms it can produce. Sure, most people who contract the infection show mainly or only the “classic” symptoms of an...
Can Chronic Heel Pain Be Helped?
If you have had persistent, chronic heel pain, your situation is likely not hopeless. Capital Podiatry Associates can help.
Finding Footwear for Heel Pain
A good pair of shoes is usually one of the best defenses you have against a bad case of heel pain. That’s not to say you won’t also need a more “hands-on” treatment strategy, such as physical therapy, orthotics, or laser therapy. Each situation is different, and not...