One of the most critical pieces of advice that we, as podiatrists, can give our patient population is to perform daily foot checks and evaluations. By performing this simple daily task and paying close attention to your feet, you can identify a multitude of foot problems, from foot fungus and ingrown toenails to more serious conditions.
Should I Be Running on a Treadmill? As spring approaches and temperatures rise, so will people’s motivation to get back in to their fitness routines. If nothing else, this definitely means an influx in the number of joggers you pass on
Winter Foot Care: An Essential Guide (Infographic) Winter can be tough on our feet, so it’s important to give them some TLC during the chilly season. These are also great tips to get your feet ready for spring, which is (hopefully)
At Lexington Podiatry, we see A LOT of bunions. So, so, so many bunions! We have seen them all, and fielded all kinds of questions. However, we have noticed that patients are always curious about 3 major things
Of course, nobody wants to have toenail fungus. Whether discolored, abnormally thick or cracked, fungus can do a number on your toenails…but I’m ok, you’re ok—it’s super common!
Procrastinated too long on gift shopping this holiday season? The #LexPodSquad is here to make your to-do list a little simpler when it comes to finding easy, podiatrist-approved presents that even the pickiest person in your life will appreciate.
Ankle pain presents itself in many different forms, from throbbing and aching feelings to shooting, sharp pains. When your ankles hurt, almost everything you do on a daily basis can be affected—walking, exercising, sleeping and even sitting down comfortably.
Taking care of our feet is something that is often overlooked on our yearly medical to-do list. Most people are adamant about scheduling their annual check-ups, dentist appointments, and even eye doctor visits, but “annual foot check” is a task that is just not on a lot of people’s radar.
Halloween is every kid’s favorite holiday. Fun costumes AND free candy- what’s not to love? With all the excitement that comes with trick-or-treating, it's easy to forget that walking around in the dark (and often wet) makes it so easy
Ingrown toenails are one of the most common issues we treat at our office, but what exactly is an ingrown toenail? An ingrown toenail occurs when the edge of the nail grows in to the soft skin that surrounds the nail.
