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Beginning March 2011, Neuhaus Foot & Ankle opened a second location at the new TriStar Medical Plaza in Brentwood, TN in Suite 220. The building is located on the corner of Nolensville Rd and Concord Rd by the Kroger and Publix plazas. Dr. Neuhaus is available to see patients in our Brentwood location on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons from 1:30 - 4:00pm. Dr. Knox is available in Brentwood on Friday mornings from 8:00am to 11:00am for appointments. 

Both Dr. Neuhaus and Dr. Knox treat children and adults for all foot and ankle problems including, Achilles problems, Achilles Tendonitis, Ankle Sprains and Fractures, Foot Pain, Toe problems, arch and ball of foot problems, Bunions, common foot injuries, foot and ankle deformities, Diabetic foot problems, corns and calluses, toenail fungus, ingrown toenails, Athlete's Foot, Heel pain or Plantar Fasciitis, warts, ulcers, neuromas, vascular disorders of the foot, puncture wounds, and any other problems associated with the foot and/or ankle.

Please feel free to call our office at (615) 220-8788 or request an appointment online at www.neufoot.com.  Our address is 6716 Nolensville Rd. Suite 220, Brentwood, TN 37027.

The truth of the matter is heel spurs very rarely cause heel pain. Most heel pain is caused by a ligament in the bottom of the foot called the plantar fascia. Plantar fasciitis is very common and can be treated with stretching, shoe changes, orthotics (shoe inserts), braces, medication and sometimes cortisone injections. A quick consult from a podiatrist will confirm the diagnosis and within a few weeks the pain can be gone. Most people live with plantar fasciitis because they think it is normal for their feet to hurt. Remember foot pain is NEVER normal! A great resource on basic foot problems is the book written by Dr. Neuhaus, Healthy Feet 101: Healthy Feet are Happy Feet. You can request a copy of the book on the home page of www.neufoot.com.

It is recommended that you visit a podiatrist if:

  • You have pain in your feet
  • You are on your feet all day
  • You have skin or nail problems (ingrown or discolored toenails, corns, skin rashes)
  • You have foot odor
  • You have a foot injury
  • You have health problems such as diabetes or arthritis
  • You have recurrent trips and falls
  • You have problems getting shoes to fit comfortably
  • You have lumps or bumps, bunions or misshapen toes

Please visit www.neufoot.com if you want more information about when to see a foot doctor or to make an appointment.

If you are diagnosed with diabetes, exercise should become an essential part to your daily routine. Adequate exercise includes walking briskly three times a week for 45 minutes at a time. Exercise also lowers cholesterol, stabilizes blood pressure, improves mood, boosts self-confidence, enhances the effectiveness of insulin, and prolongs lifespan.

However, managing your blood sugar is crucial to a safe exercise plan. You should check it before, during, and after your session. A test thirty minutes before you plan to begin will indicate whether exercise is safe. Be aware of your sugar levels during exercise and make sure you monitor your sugar level closely several hours after you finish.

You must also take special care of your feet when you exercise. Diabetics have an increased risk for neuropathy, and/or poor circulation, which makes you vulnerable to injury and infection. Thus, it is important to choose proper footwear. A protective exercise shoe has ample toe room, accurately cushions the ball of the foot, and stabilizes the heel. Since exercise places extra stress on your feet, you must be check for signs of injury. Do daily checks for cuts, sores, swelling, and infected nails, both before and after exercise. Wiggle your toes for five minutes, once before and once after exercise. If your feet are severely affected by neuropathy, try seated activity. Chair-based stretching and strengthening enhances everyday functioning.

For more information about Diabetes and Your feet, visit our website at www.neufoot.com or view more of the Diabetes Health article.

 



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