by drbetschart | Jan 19, 2021 | Foot pain, Injuries, joint pain, Mobility, News & Patient Information, Podiatry
Mobility is something most of us take for granted until it is compromised. Nothing is more important to our overall mobility – especially knees, hips, and back – than the health of our feet. Just ask anyone who has been limited by an acute or chronic foot... by drbetschart | Jan 14, 2021 | Foot pain, News & Patient Information
The Achilles tendon is the strongest tendon in the body. This tendon is a thick, cord-like structure that inserts into the back of the heel bone, and it’s located in one of the most overused and under-appreciated parts of the foot. Our feet are subjected to great... by drbetschart | Jan 12, 2021 | Footwear, News & Patient Information
Here are some balance-boosting footwear tips: Did you know that falls are the leading cause of both fatal and non-fatal injuries among older people? Three million older people are treated in emergency departments for fall injuries every year. And more than 800,000... by drbetschart | Dec 29, 2020 | bunions, Foot pain, Footwear, News & Patient Information, Podiatry
Don’t blame your shoes… A bunion can be a very painful condition. Bunions are excess bone that builds up, usually on the inside of the foot near the big toe. It is a myth that narrow, high-heeled shoes are the cause of bunions. Bunions are almost always caused by... by drbetschart | Dec 1, 2020 | Foot pain, Heel pain, News & Patient Information, Podiatry
The Achilles tendon is the strongest tendon in the body. This tendon is a thick, cord-like structure that inserts into the back of the heel bone, and it’s located in one of the most overused and under-appreciated parts of the foot. Our feet are subjected to great... by drbetschart | Nov 27, 2020 | Footwear, News & Patient Information
Here is a guide to children’s shoes: Most children learn to walk around the time of their first birthday. As a child begins to walk, you may have your first questions about what shoes they should wear. A growing child will need new shoes frequently. Children’s feet...
