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Why Your Heel Pain Is Worst in the Morning (And How to Fix It)

Waking up with sharp heel pain? Learn why morning heel pain happens, the most common cause (plantar fasciitis), and how patients in Middle Tennessee can find relief.

Mar 25th, 2026

Top 7 Shoes Podiatrists Actually Recommend for Foot Pain (2026 Guide)

Looking for the best shoes for foot pain? Neuhaus Foot & Ankle shares podiatrist-recommended shoes for plantar fasciitis, standing all day, and more.

Mar 19th, 2026

The Impact of Obesity on Foot Health and Biomechanics

Extra weight can affect foot health and biomechanics. A Middle Tennessee podiatrist explains how obesity increases the risk of plantar fasciitis, arthritis, and stress fractures and what patients can do.

Mar 11th, 2026

Why Patients Across Middle Tennessee Trust Neuhaus Foot & Ankle for Specialized Care

Discover why patients across Middle Tennessee trust Neuhaus Foot & Ankle for expert podiatric care. With experienced providers and convenient locations, we treat heel pain and diabetic foot concerns to keep you active.

Mar 4th, 2026

The Truth About Home Remedies for Common Foot Conditions

Many home remedies for foot problems are ineffective or harmful. A Nashville podiatrist explains which popular treatments don’t work and what evidence-based options actually help.

Feb 25th, 2026

When Foot Pain Is More Than a Foot Problem

Foot pain can be a sign of systemic disease. A Middle Tennessee podiatrist explains how thyroid disorders, autoimmune disease, and vascular conditions affect the feet and when to see a foot doctor in Nashville.

Feb 11th, 2026

5 Ways to Prevent Blisters and Calluses and How to Treat Them

Blisters, corns, and calluses may seem minor, but they can quickly become painful and disruptive. Learn how to prevent them, and when to seek treatment.

Dec 2nd, 2025

Why You Should Never Ignore a Foot Wound If You Have Diabetes

Diabetic foot wounds can quickly become serious if left untreated. Learn why early care is critical and how to protect your foot health.

Nov 14th, 2025

5 Tips for Managing Numbness and Tingling in Your Feet

Numbness and tingling in your feet can be early signs of peripheral neuropathy. Learn what causes these symptoms and how to manage them effectively.

Nov 13th, 2025

4 Ways to Slow Down the Progression of Foot Osteoarthritis

Osteoarthritis in your feet and ankles can make every step painful. Learn practical ways to manage symptoms and slow the progression.

Oct 17th, 2025

Are There Nonsurgical Treatments for Bunions?

Bunions are a common and progressive foot condition that can cause pain and misalignment. Learn about nonsurgical treatment options to manage symptoms and slow progression.

Oct 16th, 2025

3 Tips for Recovering Well From an Ankle Sprain

Ankle sprains are common injuries that can lead to long-term instability if not treated properly. Learn how to recover the right way and protect your mobility.

Sep 2nd, 2025

How Often Should I Replace My Custom Orthotics?

Custom orthotics are an investment in your foot health. Learn how often you should replace them and what signs indicate it’s time for an update.

Sep 2nd, 2025

How to Prevent Plantar Warts: 4 Simple Ways to Protect Your Feet

Plantar warts may seem minor, but they can be painful and contagious. Learn how to reduce your risk and protect your feet with simple, effective prevention strategies.

Aug 2nd, 2025

Can Dehydration Cause Gout? Understanding the Link and How to Prevent Flare-Ups

Gout is a painful form of arthritis, and dehydration can make flare-ups worse. Learn how hydration impacts gout and what you can do to reduce your risk.

Aug 2nd, 2025

How to Protect Your Feet This Summer: 3 Smart Strategies

Summer is the perfect time to enjoy the outdoors, but your feet still need protection. Learn three simple strategies to keep your feet healthy, supported, and safe all season long.

Jul 2nd, 2025

Ingrown Toenail Treatment: When You Should NOT Treat It at Home

Ingrown toenails can be incredibly painful, but treating them at home can sometimes make things worse. Learn when to avoid DIY care and when to seek professional treatment.

Jul 2nd, 2025

5 Important Things You Need to Know About Toenail Fungus

Toenail fungus is common, contagious, and often frustrating to treat. Learn five important things to know about prevention, symptoms, and treatment.

Jun 1st, 2025

Why Diabetic Foot Care Is So Important for Preventing Serious Complications

Diabetes can lead to serious foot complications, including ulcers and infection. Learn why proper diabetic foot care is essential for protecting your long-term health.

Jun 1st, 2025

4 Types of Arthritis That Affect Your Feet and Ankles (and How to Manage Them)

Arthritis commonly affects the feet and ankles, causing pain and inflammation. Learn about four types of arthritis and how to manage symptoms effectively.

May 1st, 2025

Common Foot and Ankle Problems Runners Shouldn’t Ignore

Running can lead to foot and ankle injuries like shin splints, stress fractures, and plantar fasciitis. Learn the most common issues and when to see a podiatrist.

May 1st, 2025

5 Best Ways to Prevent Foot Pain (Simple Daily Habits That Work)

Foot pain affects most people at some point. Learn five simple, podiatrist-approved ways to prevent foot pain and keep your feet healthy and strong.

Apr 9th, 2025

Why Do I Keep Getting Athlete’s Foot? Causes, Treatment & Prevention

Recurring athlete’s foot is common and frustrating. Learn why it keeps coming back, how to treat it properly, and how to prevent future infections.

Apr 9th, 2025

Chronic Achilles Tendonitis: 5 Effective Treatment Options for Lasting Relief

Achilles tendonitis can cause persistent pain and limit mobility. Learn five effective treatment options to reduce inflammation, heal faster, and prevent further injury.

Mar 11th, 2025

3 Signs It May Be Time for Bunion Surgery (When to See a Specialist)

Bunions can worsen over time and cause pain, deformity, and mobility issues. Learn three key signs it may be time to consider bunion surgery.

Mar 11th, 2025

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

Cold feet and leg cramping could be early signs of peripheral artery disease (PAD). Learn the symptoms and when to seek care.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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