Custom orthotics are inserts made by taking a plaster mold of the patient’s feet while holding the feet in a neutral position.  The goal of utilizing custom-made orthotics is to maintain the feet in proper alignment during ambulation.  Orthotics provide the benefits of reducing foot pain, as well as back and joint pain in certain […]

The most common cause of toenails that are thick, discolored and have debri under them is a condition called onychomycosis, fungus infection of the nails.  This condtion can lead to pain on pressure while in shoes.  In patients that are compromised with diabetes, poor circulation or a damaged imune system, it can lead to more

Treating feet properly requires an understanding of many body systems.  This includes the nervous system.   Having proper feeling sensation to the feet is very important.   Peripheral neuropathy, a decreased nerve function of the extremities, may result from many causes.  These include diabetes, extended use of some medications, direct injury to the nerves and

There are specific characteristics to look for when buying a quality sneaker or shoe.  The proper footwear can be crucial in comfort, function and overall outlook. Firstly, you want to make sure the fit is correct both in the length and the width of the shoe.  Some shoes will come in a regular and a

The weather is now warm and it is too easy to slide on those flip flops and be on your way.  Please don’t make this mistake.  Podiatry magazines are full of articles about patients presenting with foot pain after a summer of walking with flip flops.  Many patients present to East Avenue Podiatry suffering as a

In looking forward to seeing my high school age son play baseball today, I became focused on the large amount of young athletes presenting to my office with foot pain secondary to wearing cleats.  Unlike the quality sneakers out today, cleats are very nonsupportive.  Heel and arch pain often result.  It is important to consider the arch

As I sit in my office looking out the window and observing the puddles forming from the rain, I feel the urge to educate the public on the importance of drying one’s feet well.  Our feet are often wet from bathing or showering, swimming, stepping in a puddle or most often, sweating.  A persistant wet

“Ouch. My toenail hurts even when the sheet touches it at night” This is a quote often heard in the Podiatrist’s office. Ingrown toenails refer to pressure from the nail on the skin along the nail border. The great toe is the most common toe affected, but it can occur on any toe. Causes of

Sandal season is coming and the appearance of our feet becomes a concern.  Onychomycosis is a fungal infection of the nails.  The nails may appear discolored, thickened, deformed and often are loose with debri under the nail.  This condition can be more than cosmetic, resulting in pain on pressure when in shoes.  Diabetics, as well as