What is This Bump on My Big Toe? A Guide to Bunions
Have you noticed a painful, bony bump forming at the base of your big toe? This common issue, known as a bunion, can make wearing shoes and even walking a painful experience.
Does Your Foot Require Surgery? 3 Injuries That Go Beyond Conservative Care
Foot and ankle injuries can happen to anyone, from athletes pushing their limits to those simply navigating icy sidewalks. And while many of these injuries can be treated conservatively, some may require surgery to restore full function and mobility. Foot & Ankle Associates of Cleveland is here to explain which interventions make the most sense…
Running Shoes: Start Off On The Right Foot!
If you run, you need the right footwear. Luckily, Foot and Ankle Associates of Cleveland is well prepared to support your footwear needs. Before you decide which shoe is right for you, let’s break down some common sense tips that can both improve performance and decrease the likelihood of injury. Replace your old shoes Buy a new pair…
Should You Seek Treatment for Flat Feet?
Discover solutions for flat feet: Learn causes, symptoms, and treatments to alleviate discomfort and improve your overall foot health.
3 Clues That Your Orthotics Need Replacing
Our podiatrists turn to orthotics to treat various foot and ankle problems. Orthotic shoe inserts are custom-fitted to support your exact foot anatomy (we take molds of your feet here in our office) and are used to treat plantar fasciitis, tendonitis, flat feet, bursitis, ankle pain, and many other conditions. Custom orthotics are versatile and…
Neuromas Have Got Some Nerve!
You’ve got a sudden stabbing pain at the bottom of your foot, up near the toes. The burning and cramping get worse with every step you take. You want to reach down and tear the pebble out of your shoe, straighten out your bunched-up sock. But there’s no pebble. The problem isn’t your socks, and…
Plantar Fasciitis: Separating Fact from Fiction
FICTION: The plantar fascia is a muscle on the bottom of the foot.FACT: It’s not a muscle – although it is, indeed, located on the bottom of the foot. It’s actually a ligament – a thick, fibrous band of tissue that supports and stabilizes your arch. FICTION: You get plantar fasciitis only if you have flat feet.FACT: People with flat…
Questions & Answers about Orthotics
Podiatrists Craig B. Frey, DPM and Megan L. Oltmann, DPM of Foot & Ankle Associates of Cleveland rely on orthotics to help treat many problems of the feet and ankles. Here are some common questions and answers about these valuable podiatric aids. Q: What exactly is an orthotic? A: Orthotics are shoe inserts that adjust…
8 Ways a Podiatrist Can Send Your Foot Pain Packing
Of all the parts of the human body, we tend to ignore our feet the most. That is until something happens to make them hurt. But it’s really hard to ignore a heel that screams out in pain when you walk. And just what are you supposed to do with a big toe that suddenly…
Why Podiatrists Prescribe Orthotics
We podiatrists have a special tool in our cache of treatments. It’s neither a generic pill nor a blanket, one-size-fits-all treatment. It’s safe for children and adults, and it’s completely customized for you, the individual patient, designed to improve your very specific foot pain. What kind of medicine could be so personalized just for you?…
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