Nothing is worse than foot or ankle pain. It inhibits your ability to move freely and do the things you need to do. Sometimes the pain can be so debilitating you cannot do anything but sit with an ice pack. Many things can cause foot and ankle pain. It is important to get the problem … Read more

Does your foot hurt when you first get up in the morning? It may get better as your move around a bit, but as the day goes on and you walk around, the pain increases. It could be plantar fasciitis. It is typically felt in the heel but can also cause pain in the arch … Read more

Plantar fasciitis is one of the most common conditions seen in my practice. This is characterized by pain on the bottom of the heel. Pain can be quite significant with the first few steps of the day and then decrease as the foot warms up. As activity persists throughout the day, pain in the heel … Read more

The Achilles tendon connects your calf muscle to your heel and is the largest tendon in your body. It is the muscle you use to walk, jump, run, and stand on your toes. Achilles tendonitis happens when the tendon is stressed, irritated, and becomes inflamed. It can occur from overuse and general degeneration. District Foot … Read more

Foot pain is no fun no matter who you are, but it is even worse if you spend any time on your feet. You may find yourself in pain walking across a room or in extreme pain when you wake up in the morning. You can barely walk to get to the bathroom. It may … Read more