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 8, 2020 | nail fungus, Podiatry, skin conditions, toe nails
Wouldn’t it be wonderful if our feet could look as good in our later years as they did in our youth? Who doesn’t marvel at the perfection of an infant’s feet? Toenail changes are one of the unfortunate things that happen to many feet. If our feet were as exposed to... 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 | 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 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...
