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3 Great Strategies For Protecting Your Feet This Summer

Summer is a great time to air everything out, including your feet. As you enjoy more time outdoors this summer, here are three best practices to keep in mind for healthy feet. 

Jul 2nd, 2025

Don’t Perform “Bathroom Surgery”: When You Shouldn't Treat an Ingrown Toenail at Home

Ingrown toenails can be incredibly painful, and you just want to put a stop to the discomfort. While treating the issue at home may be tempting, this approach can actually make a small problem worse. Keep reading to learn more. 

Jul 2nd, 2025

5 Things We Want You to Know About Toenail Fungus

Summer is upon us, which means your feet are at more risk for developing toenail fungus thanks to more exposure. Here are a few important points we want to make about this pesky foot problem.

Jun 1st, 2025

Why Diabetic Foot Care Is Important

When you have diabetes, the complications can be as bad, if not worse, than the condition itself. Topping this list are foot problems associated with diabetes, which require specialized care.

Jun 1st, 2025

4 Types of Arthritis That Can Affect Your Feet and Ankles

Did you know that each of your feet contains about 30 joints, which doesn’t include your large ankle joint? And where there are joints, there can be arthritis. Here’s a look at types of arthritis that affect the feet and ankles.

May 1st, 2025

Common Foot and Ankle Problems Among Runners

Running is an important part of your life, and the health benefits from this exercise are impressive. That said, running can be hard on your feet and ankles, making them more vulnerable to injury.

May 1st, 2025

5 Best Practices for Avoiding Foot Pain

April is National Foot Health Awareness Month, so we want to discuss some strategies for keeping your feet pain-free. From targeted exercises to a little TLC, here’s how to keep foot pain from disrupting your life.

Apr 9th, 2025

Why Do I Keep Getting Athlete’s Foot?

You don’t have to be an athlete to get athlete's foot — a condition that affects up to 15% of the population. If this fungal infection keeps returning, read on to learn about prevention and management.

Apr 9th, 2025

Chronic Achilles Tendinitis: 5 Helpful Treatment Options to Try

Your Achilles tendon is the largest and strongest tendon in your body. Unfortunately, when tendonitis develops, it can make life uncomfortable. Here are some frontline treatments for Achilles tendonitis.

Mar 11th, 2025

3 Signs It's Time to Consider Bunion Surgery

Most bunions are progressive. Here are three signs that it may be time to talk to us about a bunionectomy.

Mar 11th, 2025

Cold Feet and Leg Pain? It Could Be Peripheral Artery Disease

Are your feet always cold, or do you experience cramping and leg pain when you move? These are the hallmarks of peripheral artery disease, a condition you shouldn’t ignore.

Feb 15th, 2025

When Plantar Fasciitis Pain Doesn't Go Away

It’s been weeks, and you’re still experiencing foot and heel pain thanks to plantar fasciitis. You’re doing your stretching and icing, but the pain isn’t getting better. So, what’s next? Read on to learn more.

Feb 1st, 2025

The Stages of Hammertoes and the Importance of Early Care

Like many foot issues, hammertoes are progressive and develop in stages. Here, we explain the condition and how early intervention can change the course of this common foot abnormality.

Jan 7th, 2025

5 Strategies to Keep Your Feet Happy and Healthy This Year

If you’ve had a painful foot problem, you truly appreciate the importance of keeping your feet healthy. Here, we share some great practices to adopt in the New Year.

Jan 7th, 2025

Does Your Job Keep You on Your Feet All Day? 3 Benefits of Custom Orthotic Shoe Inserts

You have a job that requires you to spend a good deal of time on your feet, and they’re not all that happy about it. If your feet are in pain on the job, it’s time to take a closer look at custom orthotics.

Dec 2nd, 2024

At-Home Care for an Ingrown Toenail — and When It Needs Expert Care

While ingrown toenails are usually not medically serious, they can create plenty of discomfort. You can often remedy this painful condition at home, but not always.

Dec 2nd, 2024

4 Early Warning Signs of Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy

For the tens of millions of Americans with diabetes, nerve damage in the feet is a common side effect of this chronic disease. Here are some telltale signs of diabetes-related peripheral neuropathy.

Nov 8th, 2024

Why Are Foot and Ankle Wounds So Worrisome With Diabetes?

Living with diabetes has its challenges, and slow-healing foot and ankle wounds top the list. Diabetic ulcers are serious concerns because they’re the leading cause of amputations in the United States.

Nov 8th, 2024

4 Signs of a Stress Fracture in Your Foot

Stress fractures can be sneaky — they start out as an occasional pain in your foot and quickly graduate to something that hobbles you. That’s why seeking help at the first signs of a stress fracture is important.

Oct 16th, 2024

Are Plantar Warts Cause for Concern?

As the expression, “Pebble in your shoe,” illustrates, even the smallest problem in your feet can feel significant since you’re on your feet a lot. This often applies to plantar warts, which are more nuisance than danger.

Oct 9th, 2024

Neuhaus Foot & Ankle Announces Acquisition of Family Foot Centers

Neuhaus Foot & Ankle acquires Family Foot Centers with Dr. Chapman and Dr. Walters, expanding its standard of podiatric care throughout Tennessee. Cookeville, Crossville, Livingston and Smithville communities will now be served by Neuhaus Foot & Ankle.

Sep 27th, 2024

I Keep Spraining My Ankle. What Should I Do?

You have an ankle that’s giving you problems — it’s always giving out, it’s in chronic pain, and the joint sprains easily. This type of chronic ankle instability is common. Fortunately, there are solutions.

Sep 20th, 2024

Let's Talk About Gout

More than 9 million adults in the United States have gout — a painful type of arthritis. The good news is that you can stay one step ahead of gout if you have a treatment plan in place.

Sep 19th, 2024

What We Want You to Know About Peripheral Artery Disease and Your Feet

Peripheral artery disease accounts for more than its fair share of foot issues, ranging from mild inconveniences to life-threatening infections. Keep reading to learn more about this condition.

Aug 14th, 2024

5 Strategies for Preventing Your Toenail Fungus From Spreading

If there’s one word to describe toenail fungus, we would choose “stubborn.” Once this infection takes hold, toenail fungus is challenging to eliminate, so you want to do what you can to contain the problem.

Jul 22nd, 2024

Feel Like There's Something in Your Shoe? It Could Be a Neuroma

It feels like there’s a crease in your sock or a pebble in your shoe. Yet, when you look, there’s nothing there. Odds are, you’re dealing with Morton's neuroma. Keep reading to learn more about this treatable condition!

Jul 22nd, 2024

5 Ways to Care for Your Feet This Summer

It’s that time of year when you can free your feet from bulky cold-weather shoes and boots. As we make our way into summer, here are some great strategies for keeping your feet healthy. Keep reading!

Jun 19th, 2024

5 Great Strategies for Protecting Your Feet and Ankle From Sports Injuries

You enjoy getting out and moving around, and this freedom relies on healthy feet and ankles. Unfortunately, your feet and ankles are at risk when playing sports. Here’s how to protect them. Keep reading.

Jun 19th, 2024

Rheumatoid Arthritis and Your Feet

About 1.5 million Americans are living with rheumatoid arthritis. Often, the condition first presents in the feet. Here’s what we want you to know about this potentially debilitating form of arthritis.

May 9th, 2024

Dos and Don'ts for Managing Foot and Ankle Arthritis

Each foot has 33 small joints, topped by large ankle joints. That means there’s ample opportunity for arthritis to impact your feet and ankles. If it does, here are some management strategies.

May 9th, 2024

3 Things We Want You to Know About Peripheral Artery Disease and Your Feet

For the millions of people with peripheral artery disease, even a minor foot issue can become a significant problem. Here’s what we want you to know about this condition and how we can help.

Apr 17th, 2024

Ingrown Toenails — A Small but Painful Foot Problem

Ingrown toenails can be incredibly painful, not to mention common — they account for 20% of all foot problems. Here’s how to find relief from ingrown toenails.

Apr 1st, 2024

How Do Temperatures and Weather Affect Peripheral Neuropathy?

You dread those cold days when your peripheral neuropathy flares in your feet. And the sweltering and humid days aren't better. Here’s what we want to know about neuropathy and weather.

Mar 1st, 2024

5 Conditions You Can Avoid by Wearing Appropriate Shoes

Those high heels and pointy toes may be all the rage, but this footwear isn't doing your feet any favors. Here are some conditions you can avoid with shoes that show your feet a little love.

Mar 1st, 2024

Are Over-the-counter Toenail Fungus Treatments Effective? 

Once toenail fungus gets inside your nails and takes hold, it’s challenging to eliminate. Making matters more frustrating, over-the-counter medications often fall short. Keep reading to learn more.

Feb 8th, 2024

4 Different Gout Treatments to Consider 

There’s nothing quite like a painful attack of gout. Here are some treatment options. Keep reading to learn more. 

Feb 8th, 2024

 Bothered by Your Warts? We Can Help

When warts develop on your feet, it’s typically in bothersome areas. The good news is that we can help clear away these pesky growths. Read on to learn more.

Jan 19th, 2024

Why You Shouldn't Ignore Plantar Fasciitis

Plantar fasciitis is difficult to ignore — the searing pain across the bottom of your feet certainly grabs your attention. It’s essential to address the condition quickly. Read on to learn more.

Jan 18th, 2024

5 Remedies for a Bunion Pain Flare-up

Usually, bunions are more of a hassle or aesthetic concern than anything else. However, even the slightest pressure is agony when the bony protrusion is inflamed. Here are some tips for relief.

Dec 6th, 2023

How to Prevent Foot and Ankle Pain as You Get Older

For years, your feet and ankles have carried you through life. Now that you’re getting older, it’s time to take some preventive steps to safeguard these important appendages. Read on to learn more.

Dec 6th, 2023

3 Early Warning Signs of Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy

If you’re among the millions of Americans with diabetes, you’re at a greater risk for certain related health issues, and peripheral neuropathy is at the top of the list. Here’s how to recognize nerve damage.

Nov 3rd, 2023

4 Best Practices to Protect Your Feet When You Have Diabetes

November is National Diabetes Month, so we will focus on the best practices to keep your feet healthy in this blog. From daily checks to the proper footwear, here's what you should do.

Nov 2nd, 2023

Why You Should Never Let Toenail Fungus Go Untreated

Toenail fungus is an extremely frustrating condition to deal with. If you’re battling stubborn toenail fungus, here’s what we want you to know.

Oct 10th, 2023

All About Stress Fractures: Causes, Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention

We use our feet daily, but placing too much stress on them can lead to a hairline fracture in one of the many small bones in your feet and ankles. Let’s take a look at this common issue.

Oct 5th, 2023

Ready to Up Your Mileage This Fall? Here's How to Prevent Common Runner's Injuries

Like 50 million other Americans, you’ve found running to be a good form of exercise, and you’re ready to increase your mileage. If you want to up your distances, we have a few suggestions to keep your feet happy.

Sep 7th, 2023

Tips for Preventing Corns and Calluses

While corns and calluses may not be serious medical conditions, they often become inconvenient. Try these prevention tips if you’re routinely dealing with uncomfortable corns and calluses.

Sep 7th, 2023

When to Consider Surgery for Your Hammertoe

If the name is any indication, a hammertoe doesn’t sound like a pleasant condition — and it often isn't. While surgery isn’t always necessary for a hammertoe, it is an effective path toward comfortable walking.

Aug 3rd, 2023

5 Culprits Behind Heel Pain

Pain in your foot can be debilitating, but when it’s in your heels, getting around becomes a challenge. If your heel is painful, here are five common causes. Read on to learn more.

Aug 3rd, 2023

Are Bunions a Hereditary Foot Problem?

If you want a glimpse into your future health, you often don’t need to look much further than your immediate family. Genetics play a significant role in your health, including conditions like bunions. 

Jul 14th, 2023

Understanding the Risk Factors for Plantar Fasciitis 

Plantar fasciitis is painful and limits your mobility. The best way to avoid it is to pay attention to the risk factors for this common foot condition. Read on to learn more.

Jul 14th, 2023

5 Ways to Prevent Runner's Toe

The benefits of running are almost unlimited, so it’s frustrating when an issue like runner’s toe gets in the way. Here, we review five ways to keep this pesky problem from developing.

Jun 7th, 2023

4 Tips for Flat Feet and Fallen Arches

Your arches are slowly collapsing, and your feet have flattened. Now, you want to know how to address the issue. In this blog, we examine four great tips for dealing with flat feet and fallen arches.

Jun 7th, 2023

What Causes Elevated Uric Acid Levels that Can Lead to Gout?

If you have gout and experienced a flare-up or two, you’re keen to avoid an attack in the future. Understanding how uric acid levels can build up in your system is a great first step toward that goal.

May 4th, 2023

Stiff, Achy Feet: Could It Be Osteoarthritis?

Each of your feet contains 26 bones and 33 joints, so it should come as no surprise that arthritis can impact these lower appendages. If you want to get to the bottom of your stiff, achy feet, read on.

May 4th, 2023

What Causes High Uric Acid Levels that Can Lead to Gout?

If you have gout and experienced a flare-up or two, you’re keen to avoid an attack in the future. Understanding how uric acid levels can build up in your system is a great first step toward that goal.

May 4th, 2023

Preventing Ankle Instability After a Severe Sprain

Each year in the United States, two million people sprain an ankle, and 20% go on to develop chronic ankle instability. Is there a way to prevent it? Yes, with the right care, patience, and protection.

Apr 5th, 2023

5 Conditions That Can Be Improved by Wearing Custom Orthotics

Considering how small your feet are in relation to how much you rely on them, a little extra support can go a long way. Here’s how custom orthotics can lend support if you’re dealing with certain foot conditions.

Apr 4th, 2023

5 Lifestyle Habits for Managing Ankle Arthritis

When you develop arthritis in joints, such as your ankles, you want to improve your mobility. Here, we review five steps you can take to manage ankle arthritis. Read on to learn more.

Mar 13th, 2023

How to Get Rid of a Painful Wart

Do you have a wart (or several) on the soles of your feet, making walking painful? Thankfully, several solutions can help you find relief from painful plantar warts. Read on to learn more.

Mar 13th, 2023

4 Effective Gout Treatments for Less Pain

There are few things like a gout attack — the pain, the sleeplessness, the hobbling around. When you’re in the midst of a painful gout flare-up, there are options for relief, and we review them here.

Feb 17th, 2023

How to Exercise Your Way to Plantar Fasciitis Relief

Plantar fasciitis can be very painful, often making your first steps in the morning excruciating. The most effective way to treat plantar fasciitis doesn’t come from medications but through exercise. Read on to learn more.

Feb 15th, 2023

How to Keep Your Blister From Worsening

While a blister may not seem like a big deal, when one develops on your foot, it can be more problematic than others. Here’s how you can best manage a blister on your foot to ease discomfort to prevent complications.

Jan 13th, 2023

Is Nail Fungus Contagious?

You’ve developed toenail fungus, and now you’re worried about it spreading. Or a loved one has it, and you’re concerned about catching it. In both cases, you are right to be cautious. Keep reading to learn why.

Jan 13th, 2023

How to Prevent Severe Bunion Pain

Bunions make wearing shoes nearly impossible, as even the slightest pressure leads to considerable pain. When bunions are inflamed and the pain is severe, there are steps you should consider.

Dec 11th, 2022

Tips for Avoiding Foot Pain During the Holidays

From running around shopping to standing for hours at gatherings, painful feet are common during the holiday season. Here are some tips to keep your feet healthy through the holidays and beyond.

Dec 11th, 2022

How Rheumatoid Arthritis Affects the Feet (and What to Do About It)

Approximately 1.5 million people in the United States have rheumatoid arthritis, and more than 90% of them will develop symptoms in the feet and ankles. Here’s how the condition affects your feet and what we can do to help.

Nov 8th, 2022

5 Important Ways to Encourage Blood Flow to Your Feet

When something is compromising blood flow in your body, the effects often show up first in areas that are farthest from your heart, such as your feet. Here are some tips to keep the blood flowing to your feet.

Nov 8th, 2022

How Are Custom Orthotics Different From Store-Bought?

If your feet could use a little extra support, consider orthotics. But before you purchase some in a store, consider the advantages of custom orthotics that fit your feet perfectly.

Oct 12th, 2022

How to Tell if Your Blister Is Infected

While a blister on your foot may not seem all that significant, its location can make getting around uncomfortable. But if the blister develops an infection, this seemingly minor problem can become a cause for concern.

Oct 11th, 2022

Managing Sleep When You Have Gout

When you’re experiencing a gout flare-up, the odds are good that your sleep is being disrupted. Unfortunately, when you’re not getting enough sleep, your gout may worsen. Read on to learn more.

Sep 14th, 2022

Can Plantar Warts Spread?

You’ve developed plantar warts on your feet, and you’re worried they might spread. There’s potential for any wart to spread, but prevention is easy thanks to effective treatments.

Sep 7th, 2022

4 Effective Treatments for Painful Bunions

So you’ve developed bunions. At first, you're not thrilled by their appearance, but now they’re also causing pain and discomfort. Here are four options to help you find relief from painful bunions.

Aug 10th, 2022

How to Run Safely When You Have Plantar Fasciitis

Running is an important part of your life and greatly improves your physical and mental health. The last thing you want is to discontinue the practice because of plantar fasciitis. Here are some tips to keep on running.

Aug 8th, 2022

Can a Tendon Tear Heal on Its Own?

The tendons in your feet and ankles are incredibly tough tissues that play a significant role in your mobility. So, if you tear one of these tissues, you want to understand the healing timeline and whether you might need intervention.

Jul 6th, 2022

How Your Blood Sugar Levels Can Affect Your Feet

Diabetes causes unregulated levels of sugar in your blood and can lead to significant problems in your feet. Here’s a closer look at the connection between diabetes and your feet.

Jul 6th, 2022

When It's a Good Idea to Seek Treatment for Calluses

Most everyone develops calluses at some point, but some can be more problematic than others, especially those that develop in weight-bearing areas on your feet. Here’s when to seek our help for calluses.

Jun 1st, 2022

Treating Your Plantar Fasciitis With Orthotics

Whether you’ve been through plantar fasciitis once or it’s a recurring problem, you don’t want to feel that searing pain again. Here, we take a look at the role that orthotics can play in helping to improve your plantar fasciitis.

Jun 1st, 2022

5 Signs of Rheumatoid Arthritis

Your feet undergo a fair amount of abuse under the best of circumstances, but when you add an issue like rheumatoid arthritis (RA), things can get worse. Here’s a look at the signs of RA in your feet and how we can help.

May 1st, 2022

How to Manage Neuropathy in Your Feet

Nerve damage in your feet, or peripheral neuropathy, affects at least half of those who have diabetes. Our goal is to help you to avoid permanent nerve damage in your feet through vigilant management.

May 1st, 2022

Preventive Health Benefits of Custom Orthotics

Bunions, hammertoes, plantar fasciitis — these are just a few of the most common issues that occur in your feet. If you want to stay one step ahead of your foot health, custom orthotics are a great choice.

Apr 5th, 2022

How to Prevent Nail Fungus Infections

As the temperature begins to warm, you can ditch the socks and boots and let your feet enjoy the fresh air. But the last thing you want is for a toenail fungus to force your feet back into hiding, and they shouldn’t if you follow these tips.

Apr 5th, 2022

Can a Plant-Based Diet Help My Gout Symptoms?

The incidence of gout in the United States has doubled in the past two decades, and diet plays a significant role. Explore how a plant-based diet can prevent this painful condition from flaring. Read on to learn more.

Mar 8th, 2022

5 Common Sports Injuries That Affect Your Feet and Ankles

Outside of rowing, it’s hard to think of a sport that doesn’t rely heavily on your feet and ankles. As a result, these areas of the body are prone to injury. In this article, we outline five of the most common sports injuries.

Mar 7th, 2022

5 Effective Treatments for Foot Warts

You’ve developed painful warts on the bottom of your feet, and you want them gone. Here’s a look at four ways we can effectively eliminate plantar warts, allowing you to walk with ease again.

Feb 6th, 2022

Do High Heels Fuel Bunion Pain?

Ask any foot health expert about the pitfalls of high heels, and you’ll likely receive a lengthy response. Many painful problems can arise because of high heels, and exacerbating bunion pain is one of them.

Feb 4th, 2022

Tips for Easing Your Plantar Fasciitis Pain at Home

The pain that comes with plantar fasciitis can be sharp with your first steps in the morning. To help you jump out of bed without pain, we recommend these tips. Read on to learn more about easing your plantar fasciitis pain.

Jan 11th, 2022

Can I Prevent Getting Nail Fungus?

While toenail fungus may not be a serious medical issue, the problem can be incredibly frustrating once it takes hold. The best way to deal with toenail fungus is to prevent it in the first place. Here are some tips.

Jan 4th, 2022

How Do Orthotics Work?

Perhaps you’ve heard a friend rave about their new orthotics, or you’re encountering problems with your feet and looking for answers. Here, we explore the often invaluable role that orthotics can play in your mobility.

Dec 9th, 2021

Are Calluses Serious?

Calluses — those areas of thick, hardened skin on your feet — can range from mild nuisances to significant sources of pain. Here’s a look at when calluses can become serious and how we can treat them.

Dec 9th, 2021

5 Tips for Selecting the Best Socks and Shoes

Shoes: a staple present found under Christmas trees every year, but let’s make sure the shoes you’re gifting are going to be as comfortable and supportive as possible.

Nov 12th, 2021

What's Causing Your Painful Gout?

You’re tired of losing sleep to a big toe that’s throbbing with pain thanks to gout. While there are steps we can take to solve your immediate discomfort, it’s essential to address the underlying cause for longer-term relief.

Nov 9th, 2021

How Diabetes Can Affect Your Foot Health

Of the many complications caused by diabetes, those that affect your feet are among the most common and significant. Here’s a look at how diabetes can impact your feet and what we can do to prevent complications.

Nov 9th, 2021

The Link Between Your Immune System and Warts

You’ve developed uncomfortable warts on your feet, and they won’t go away. That could mean that your immune system isn’t responding to them properly. Here’s a look at the link between plantar warts and your immune system.

Oct 10th, 2021

4 Ways to Prevent Bunions

Perhaps you’ve seen bunions in a friend’s feet, or you’re noticing an alarming shift in the shape of your own feet. Whatever the case, you want to avoid problematic bunions from developing. These tips can help!

Oct 8th, 2021

Emily Keeter, DPM, AACFAS, joins Neuhaus Foot and Ankle in Smyrna and Gallatin

Dr. Keeter will bring lower extremity surgery to Gallatin and Smyrna.

Sep 20th, 2021

3 Risk Factors for Fungal Nails

While toenail fungus may not be the most serious problem, the infection is stubborn once it takes hold. To prevent the infection, it’s helpful to understand the risk factors. Read on to learn more.

Sep 15th, 2021

Who’s at Risk for Osteoarthritis?

When osteoarthritis develops in your feet and ankles, it can make moving about your life painful. Here’s a look at some of the factors that may place you more at risk for this common form of arthritis.

Sep 8th, 2021

What to Do About Flat Feet

Flat feet may be something you were born with, or you may acquire them as an adult. In either case, there can come a time when you may need some help with this structural problem, which we explore here.

Aug 16th, 2021

Diagnosing Foot and Ankle Injuries

Any time you injure your feet or ankles, you’re reminded just how much you rely on them. To restore pain-free movement as quickly as possible, it’s important that you seek a professional diagnosis.

Aug 16th, 2021