There is a major difference between over-the-counter inserts and custom made inserts made specifically for you. Not all insurance companies cover custom inserts, or orthotics, and we do not expect our patients to pay for these out of pocket if he or she cannot afford the orthotics. There are literally hundreds of products on the market that claim that they “will improve foot comfort” or “relieve pain”. Ashoe insert is typically cushioned for comfort yet these do not provide any real support and often only relieve pain for a short time, eventually increasing foot problems as they wear down.

Dr. Matthew Neuhaus discusses the difference between the over-the-counter inserts in stores compared to the ones in our office that we recommend for our patients experiencing foot pain. For more information about the best shoe inserts, call our office at (615) 220-8788 or stop by our office. For locations, please visit our website www.neufoot.com.

One of the most common questions I get asked by my patients is, "what is the perfect shoe for me to wear?" The answer is simple: There is no such thing as one perfect shoe. Feet vary in shapes and sizes as well as undergo a wide array of activities. The one vital role that shoes play is to protect your feet from all external dangers.

When you buy a new pair of shoes, it is important to make sure that your new shoes fit properly, are supportive for the activities you will engage in, and do not hurt or cause damage to your feet. Making sure your shoes fit your feet is part of properly caring for your feet. Therefore, it is important that you look at options for different styles to see which shoe best fits your particular shoe shape. Another tip to keep in mind is your feet are rarely both the same size and it is important you fit your new shoes to your larger foot so both feet experience the comfort and support of the correct fit.

For more shoe tips or what shoes are recommended by the American Podiatric Medical Association, visit our Recommended Shoes list. If you have any questions or would like to request an appointment, call our office at (615) 220-8788.

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.

Tiger Woods will be missing the US Open due to a knee and Achilles tendon injury. Apparently, Tiger Woods has been playing off his injury for quite some time and acted as though it was something minor. However, due to recent sightings of Woods, the accuracy of his injuries has been kept secret. "I am extremely disappointed that I won't be playing in the U.S. Open, but it's time for me to listen to my doctors and focus on the future," Woods wrote Tuesday on his website and USA Today  reposted the comment. "I was hopeful that I could play, but if I did, I risk further damage to my left leg. My knee and Achilles tendon are not fully healed. I hope to be ready for AT&T National (in July), the next two majors and the rest of the year." No surgery is currently planned for Woods, only physical therapy, massage therapy, R-I-C-E Method, and a boot for protection of the Achilles tendon.

The Achilles tendon, the longest tendon in the body, runs down the back of the lower leg and connects the calf muscle to the heel bone.  The Achilles tendon helps you walk by helping you raise your heel off the ground. As in "overuse" disorders, Achilles tendonitis can be caused by a sudden increase of a repetitive activity involving the Achilles tendon. This puts too much stress on the tendon too quickly, leading to an injury of the tendon fibers. If not treated correctly, the body will not fully repair the injured tissue. The structure of the tendon is changed and results in continued pain. Athletes, like Pro-Golfer Tiger Woods, are at high risk for developing disorders of the Achilles tendon. Various treatments are available for Achilles Tendonitis based on the length of the injury and the extent of damage to the tendon. Braces, R-I-C-E (Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevate) Method, anti-inflammatory medication, physical therapy, and possibly surgery are possible treatment options. Basic stretching exercises are also available to help strengthen the Achilles tendon after proper treatment.

To learn more about Achilles problems, visit our website at www.neufoot.com.