Hitting the field or court for your favorite sport is a great way to stay healthy, but even the most dedicated athletes can stumble. When pushing limits leads to overuse injuries, the folks in Solon and the surrounding areas visit the Foot and Ankle Associates of Cleveland. It’s easy to see why: Podiatrists are experts…
Prevention is the best medicine, and conservative treatments can be incredibly effective, but sometimes surgery is the optimal answer. Foot and Ankle Associates of Cleveland is fortunate enough to have plenty of surgical expertise on the team, so we’ve decided to share some info regarding procedures most folks aren’t aware of. This blog will cover…
The new year is well underway, and there’s no time like the present to give your feet a fresh start. Prioritizing foot health isn’t just about pedicures and aesthetic concerns; rather, it involves a blend of preventative strategies, wellness hacks, and innovative treatment options that combine to provide the rest of your body with a…
Toenail fungus is common and contagious but isn’t easy to get rid of. Because fungal infections of the toenails can be so pervasive, you’ve got to take a sensible approach to find a treatment solution that works. What causes toenail fungus? Fungi are everywhere, including in the air and on human skin. They can infect…
“Arthritis” is a general term for joint pain. It can affect any joint in the body, causing pain in your feet, knees, wrists, hips, shoulders, fingers, ankles…. you get the idea. While there are many types of arthritis, the most common type is the one associated with aging. It’s called osteoarthritis. Why do your joints…
Millions of people over the age of 65 fall every year. Twenty percent will suffer serious injuries, including head trauma and broken bones. 800,000 of them will need hospitalization – 300,000 of them for hip fractures. What causes so many seniors to fall? There are many reasons, including: medications that cause dizziness homes that are…
August 26 is National Dog Day, which encourages our podiatrists to reflect on the myriad health benefits that “man’s best friend” has to offer: Dogs have a positive impact on their owner’s mental health. Bona fide scientific studies have demonstrated that dogs can increase feelings of self-esteem while also decreasing symptoms of depression and anxiety….
What kid in our part of Ohio will wake up on Wednesday, August 17, and forget that it’s the first day of school? We can’t imagine there are many – it’s such an exciting time for the little ones! Those of us in the podiatry field are excited about August 17 for another reason as…
Hardly a day goes by without a patient hobbling through our doors with debilitating heel pain, also called plantar fasciitis. It’s extremely common, especially in people ages 40-60. Heel pain occurs with repeated pressure on the plantar fascia – a thick band of tissue on the bottom of your foot that absorbs many impacts when…
This UV Safety Awareness Month, we want to remind you to lather your feet with SPF 30+ lotion when exposed to the sun’s harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays. We also recommend regular body checks at home, including the skin on your feet. Checking your body for signs of skin cancer is as easy as ABC. Keep…
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