Did you know that the Achilles tendon is the strongest tendon in the body? It was the only part of the Greek war hero Achilles that was left vulnerable, hence the name.
Podiatrists are more common than you think. Did you know that most hospitals have podiatrists on staff? In fact, the larger the hospital, the higher the probability that a podiatric physician is on staff.
The fibrous connective tissue that runs along the base of the foot is known as the "plantar fascia." Inflammation of this tissue is known as "plantar fasciitis" and can be very painful. A podiatrist will be able to recommend a variety of treatments depending on your situation.
We all know that smoking is bad for your lungs and general health, but did you know that it can cause problems in your feet? Cigarette smoking is the main cause of Peripheral Artery Disease, which can lead to pain, sores, infections and, in severe instances, gangrene and amputation.
Did you know that the average person walks over 115,000 miles in a lifetime? That amounts to 8,000 to 10,000 steps a day and totals a distance which would go around the entire earth over 4 times.
Are you familiar with shin splints? The medical name is medial tibial stress syndrome and it involves pain along or behind the tibia, or shinbone. If you have pain that doesn’t go away with rest a podiatrist can prescribe a treatment plan that may require an adjustment of your current exercise routine as well as shoes that offer additional support.