by drbetschart | Jun 9, 2020 | Injuries
A very unfortunate injury in sports is a tear of the Achilles tendon. It can take 6-12 months to get back to full strength depending on the severity of the injury. What’s fascinating about this particular injury is how almost all victims of it say a similar thing....
by drbetschart | Feb 4, 2020 | bunions, Diabetes, Foot pain, Podiatry
It’s always up to you… Most foot surgery is elective. Elective means it’s always up to you, the patient, to decide if and when to have it. We are often asked when the right time is to consider surgery. In most cases, the best answer is when the pain is becoming...
by drbetschart | Jan 31, 2020 | Diabetes, Injuries, Podiatry
Neuropathy and Frostbite: A Dangerous Combination People who suffer from diabetes and neuropathy shoel know why it’s important to avoid frostbite. Neuropathy, a condition often experienced by those with diabetes, affects the body’s ability to feel, and...
by drbetschart | Jan 28, 2020 | Foot pain, gout, joint pain
Not only for Kings… The sudden onset of pain and swelling in the foot is often… Gout! Yes, gout! Even if you’ve never had it, you can get it. Anyone over 20 years of age is prone to this condition. The big toe joint area is where gout attacks most. It can also occur...
by drbetschart | Jan 24, 2020 | Diabetes, Foot pain, Injuries, Podiatry, skin conditions, toe nails
Proper foot care can prevent many foot problems Here are some tips for proper foot care: 1. Wash your feet in warm water every day, using a mild soap. Do not soak your feet. Dry your feet well, especially between the toes. 2. If the skin on your feet is dry, keep it...
by drbetschart | Jan 21, 2020 | Diabetes, Foot pain, News & Patient Inormation
Heart disease is on the rise again… According to an article in the January 15th edition of the Wall Street Journal, heart disease is on the rise again in the U.S. The headline “Heart Disease Roars Back, Even in Healthy Places” couldn’t help but catch my eye. Even in a...
by drbetschart | Jan 15, 2020 | Foot pain, Heel pain, Injuries, Podiatry
Don’t ignore this one… There is a nerve in your foot that can get pinched just like carpal tunnel in the hand. The area is on the inside of the ankle and it’s called the Tarsal Tunnel. Pain can occur right in that spot. Pain can also occur in your heel, arch, and...
by drbetschart | Jan 9, 2020 | Foot pain, Heel pain, Injuries
If you still have Plantar Fasciitis or have it again this message is for you. We keep learning more about this condition and what works best to cure it. Never fear if you’ve had it for months or even years. There definitely is a solution! One thing we know now more...
by drbetschart | Jan 7, 2020 | Diabetes, Foot ulcers, Podiatry
Even a small sore on a diabetic foot can be a big problem. Diabetes can often lead to decreased blood flow to the feet. Without the right amount of blood, a sore may not heal as well. Diabetes also often leads to decreased feeling in the feet. A sore on the bottom of...
by drbetschart | Jan 3, 2020 | Foot pain, Injuries
It could be worse than you think… Dropping something on your foot can lead to long-term pain. We’ve seen it happen many times. A broken bone can be the least of the concerns. Injury to a nerve can be the most significant problem. We never dismiss an injury to the top...
