Our Podiatry Blog Offers Tips on Your Foot Condition
There’s no need to try home remedies that don’t work. Our blog offers foot care protection, injury prevention, and other tips from a certified South Carolina podiatrist, helping you to see real results and lasting relief.
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What Is A Foot Ulcer?Foot ulcers are the most common reason that people with diabetes are hospitalized. Foot ulcers are sores on feet that may involve just the skin’s surface or they can develop into more serious wounds, which may lead to bone infections.
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The "Ugly" ToenailOnychomycosis is a fungal infection of the nail. This infection has a distinctive change to the toenail’s quality and color over a few months’ time. Typically, the nail plate will become thickened with a yellow or cloudy appearance.
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Improve Your Training with Foot ExercisesWhen people think about getting into shape and hitting the gym they often look past their feet. People like working on areas of their body people can see. Your feet won’t be noticed on spring break, but keeping them in mind can increase your running or walking speed and endurance.
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New Year's Resolutions for Your FeetNew Year’s Day starts a clean slate and a fresh start to the year. If you are like most, January 1st brings a resolution or two for changes in the new year.
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Hammertoe Correction VideoJoin Dr. Menn as he performs an in office non-surgical hammertoe correction at our Myrtle Beach location. Contact us at 843-449-FOOT.
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How To Avoid Swollen Feet During Holiday TravelBeing trapped in a tiny airplane seat in an enclosed area without much room to move can lead to swollen feet. The same can be said for long car rides. The easiest way to prevent swollen feet during travel, is to move around to get your blood flowing.
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Do Feet Really Age?Footwear is not dictated by age, but by your activity and comfort level.
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Is There A Rock In My Shoe?A common cause of pain between the toes while walking is a neuroma. Neuromas are caused by a small growth of nerve tissue and are otherwise known as a pinched nerve or nerve tumor.
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What Causes Itchy Feet?The skin on your feet is subject to great amounts of stress in a variety of conditions.
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What Are The Differences Between Corns And Calluses?Corns and calluses are thick, hard sections of skin found on the foot. These conditions aren’t serious, but they can result in severe pain.