Athlete’s foot isn’t a dangerous medical condition for most, but it can make for an uncomfortable and sometimes painful experience. Not only is it common among athletes, but others as well. Here are a few tips to keep athlete’s foot in check.
While not necessarily a serious issue, toenail fungus can be a frustrating condition that forces you into a months- or years-long battle. Here’s how a fungal infection develops and what you can do to prevent it.
Your feet work hard under normal circumstances, ensuring you get to where you need to go. Add an occupation that stresses your feet more than normal, and it’s a recipe for foot problems like plantar fasciitis.
Adult-acquired flatfoot is a complex condition that affects five million people in the United States. For some, the problem presents nothing more than a mere nuisance, while others struggle with persistent pain.
Most everyone develops calluses on areas of skin that experience friction and pressure. That is why they are so common on the feet. In most cases, calluses are not a cause for concern, but porokeratosis may be a different matter.
Even a seemingly small problem in your foot can have a major impact on your life as you struggle to get around. Take Morton’s neuroma as an example. This pinched nerve can make every step a painful one. Fortunately, there are treatments.
Gout is the most common form of inflammatory arthritis, affecting up to 4% of adults in the United States. To help you determine whether you have gouty arthritis, here are the top five signs to watch out for.
Few sports don’t involve your feet and ankles. Therefore, if you play sports, they put these areas at risk of injury. Here’s a look at five of the most common foot and ankle sports injuries. Read on to learn more.
We are almost through January! The hardest part of sticking to a resolution is behind you. Now you have adopted a new lifestyle, congratulations! Today we break down Achilles pain and how to stop it in its tracks!
A new year could possibly bring new insurance or changes to your coverage. No one wants to be shocked when going to the doctor’s office for the first time in a new year.
With a new year comes new resolutions and goals to be reached. We want to make sure these resolutions aren’t derailed by common foot and ankle injuries when starting a new exercise plan.
While not always medically serious, an ingrown toenail can make your life miserable, especially during winter, when they’re more prone to develop. Here’s why ingrown toenails develop and how you can prevent them this winter.
Warts are the most common viral infection of the skin, and they can be frustrating. If you have warts on your feet that stubbornly resist your every effort at clearing them away, we can help. Read on to learn more.
Bunions don’t develop overnight, which leaves you ample time to take action before they become problematic. Here are a few tips to stop developing bunions in their tracks, keeping your feet healthy.
Did you know choosing the correct shoes for people with diabetes is key to keeping feet 100% healthy?
You’ve learned what to look for when purchasing supportive shoes. Now let us show you some of our favorite socks and shoes that are sure to impress in any occasion!
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.
The human body functions best when it’s properly balanced, which is why a problem in one area can lead to issues in another. That is certainly true of tight calves and your feet. Explore here how tight calves can affect your feet.
Winters in Tennessee often mean freezing rain and wet conditions. Do you have the correct footwear for the chilly weather? To help keep your feet both safe and warm, here are a few tips to keep in mind when buying winter shoes.
Broken toes are extremely common, but differentiating between a problematic fracture and one that just needs a little taping can be tricky. Here are some tips to help guide you on when to seek our care for a toe fracture.
If you’re met in the morning by searing pain in your feet as you take your first steps, you might have plantar fasciitis. While painful, this condition can be greatly improved by doing a few exercises at home. Read on to learn more.
At any given time, over 40% of Americans experience foot pain. One of the many reasons why foot pain develops is bursitis. Here’s a look at how inflammation in your tiny bursa sacs can have a hobbling effect.
Millions of people are affected by neuropathy, largely due to diabetes. When caught early, there’s much we can do to halt and even reverse the nerve damage, which is why knowing the early signs of neuropathy is important.
If you’ve developed warts on your feet, the problem stems from a viral infection, namely the human papillomavirus, or HPV. Here’s a look at HPV and how it can lead to troublesome, and sometimes painful, skin growths.
There are few sports or activities that don’t involve your ankles, which makes them highly susceptible to injury. Here are a few tips for preventing ankle injuries so that you can maintain your active lifestyle.
Anyone who struggles with gout understands how painful the condition can be, which makes preventing a flare-up the best course of action. One of the best ways to limit gout is through your diet. We review some dietary do’s and don’ts here.
Bunions start out small enough, but without early intervention, they can become much larger and more problematic, often requiring surgery. Here’s a look at some of the warning signs that surgery might be your best option.
Toenail fungus can be one tough condition to get rid of once it takes hold. To eradicate the infection and keep it from recurring, fighting toenail fungus requires patience and vigilance. Here’s how.
When your feet and ankles are in pain because of arthritis, exercise may be the last thing on your mind. The truth is that exercise is one of the best things you can do. Here are some tips for exercising safely with arthritis.
Of the many potential complications that stem from diabetes, foot ulcers are among the more common and most dangerous. Thankfully, you can stay one step ahead of diabetic foot ulcers with a little diligence and the right care.
The key to halting progressive foot conditions like hammertoes is taking early action — and the earlier we can address the problem, the less invasive the solution. Explore whether custom orthotics can play a role in halting your hammertoe.
Each day in the United States, a whopping 28,000 people sprain their ankles. To prevent you from joining these ranks, here are a few exercises that will help protect your ankles from injury.
Treat your foot and ankle issues from home and get the expertise you need from a podiatrist with telemedicine. Our podiatrists are available to diagnose and treat your foot or ankle pain or problems in a more convenient way than ever before.
Neuhaus Foot and Ankle is committed to providing a safe and healthy environment for our patients and team members. We are grateful for the exceptional care our dedicated team continues to provide. Please read what we're doing to maintain a clean...
We applaud great health choices like running, but as advocates for your feet, we want to make sure they’re protected with the right equipment. And that obviously starts with your running shoes. Here are a few things to keep in mind.
If you’re starting to develop a bunion and you’re already experiencing discomfort, there are some steps you can take to relieve the pain without resorting to surgery. We review five of them here.
Do your feet hurt when you stand or walk? Custom orthotic supports can benefit your feet and ankles in several different ways. Read on to learn if prescription custom orthotics might be the right solution for your foot problems.
You shouldn't feel embarrassed to let your toenails see the light of day. Find out how to get rid of unsightly toenail fungus and prevent it from recurring time and again with these tips.
We're celebrating the new year with a new podiatry clinic in Smyrna! Podiatrists, Dr. Neuhaus and Dr. Knox look forward to seeing you in our new Smyrna office starting in 2020. We're just a mile from our old office at StoneCrest Medical Center.
Your feet have served you well over the years, but time and wear and tear can catch up with them, leading to fallen arches. If flat feet are causing you pain, here’s what we can do to help.
Planning a night out and thinking about footwear? Here’s a friendly reminder from your feet: High heels hurt, and they may cause long-term damage to your feet. Learn what you need to know about high heels, their effect on your feet, and what to do about it
The holiday season brings together family and friends — and gout flare-ups. From certain foods to increased stress, a sudden gout-flare up can quickly zap your holiday cheer. Find five tips to prevent gout pain here.
There are plenty of home remedies for an ingrown toenail, but sometimes it’s necessary to seek professional help. Read on to learn when you should put down the clippers and pick up the phone.
Many Tennesseans have diabetes, a condition that causes nerve damage. If you have diabetes, it’s important to take care of your feet to prevent nerve damage and serious wounds. Learn more about how a podiatrist can prevent diabetic foot issues.
Shockwave therapy is a gentle, quick non-surgical treatment that helps eliminate heel pain from plantar fasciitis. This treatment is currently one of the most advanced and highly-effective therapy available for plantar fasciitis. Read on to learn more.
Tried all the treatments for plantar fasciitis and still living with pain? Did you know there are non-surgical ways that most primary care physicians don't know about. We're getting the word out on these advanced heel pain treatments. Click to learn more.
If you are like so many other Americans, you have a nagging heel pain that will not leave. You have google searched home remedies and none of them seem to be ending the pain. You begin to wonder if pain is a part of your life that you need to accept.
Experiencing foot or heel pain? Considering buying orthotics to help relieve the pain? The first thing you should know is an orthotic is a shoe insert that supports the abnormal movement of a foot. Read on to learn more!
Planning a trip to Italy soon? Packing your favorite sandals or flats to wear on vacation? Be careful! Officials at Cinque Terre's national park have had enough of tourists wearing the wrong footwear throughout their park according to a new rule this year.
"This bump on my big toe seems to be getting bigger and more painful. What is it and will it go away?" Women in their 40's or older are more likely to develop bunions than anyone else. If this is you, read on to see what you can do about it.
Diabetic man, 50, couldn't stop eating his favorite foods and now has one leg and three toes left. Watching the saw remove his leg and 'feeling its vibrations' made him realize...
Feet always cold? It's not just your socks. There may be a surprising cause to constant cold feet. If you have a history of smoking, diabetes, high blood pressure or cholesterol, you definitely want to read this...
One of the most common problems we see at Neuhaus Foot & Ankle is heel pain. Heel pain has many causes can be effectively treated when properly diagnosed. Here are 7 things you can do to treat mild heel pain yourself.
Rowland made a special visit to review Neuhaus Foot & Ankle and share his experience with us. Dealing with chronic foot and heel pain for over 15 years, he decided it was time to see a podiatrist at Neuhaus Foot & Ankle to get back to doing what he loves.
Uncontrolled diabetes is extremely dangerous to your feet. Foot ulcers, infections, even toe and foot amputations. Because of these problems, you should be aware of the warning signs and take action to prevent diabetic foot problems before they get serious
The medical community is a bit confused after viral juicing blog post reveals "almost-instant cure for plantar fasciitis that they don't tell you about." Among the treatments: go for a walk in the park barefoot. Doctors say this is the...
Happy New Year Middle Tennessee! Making a change in 2019? If you're making a new year's resolution, chances are it relates to saving money and getting in shape. Neuhaus Foot & Ankle can help you do both!
