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Flatfeet — also called fallen arches — is a common condition. Instead of having an arch on the inside part of the foot, the foot sits flat against the ground.  Most people know if they have flatfeet. But the important question is: does this condition cause a danger to your...

A bunion isn't just a bump on the side of your foot that looks unsightly. It’s an uncomfortable and painful abnormality that requires treatment from a provider. And if you’re prone to getting bunions, there are certain habits you’ll need to stop to avoid making them worse. At Foot +...

Athlete’s foot is something nobody wants. Fortunately, it’s easy to treat and will resolve with proper care.  However, if you’re getting athlete’s foot over and over, it’s time to consider your behaviors to see if they could be contributing to the problem.  Foot + Ankle Specialty Centers, with five locations...

Have you ever had a pebble inside your shoe? What about a sock that bunches up? These are the sensations commonly described to explain a neuroma — a condition requiring treatment from a podiatrist.  At Foot + Ankle Specialty Centers, with six Arizona locations, our providers — Payam Sarraf, DPM, Kate Kennedy, DPM, Katy Statler, DPM, Andrew...

Ingrown toenails should never be ignored. And taking care of them at home can lead to complications. That is especially true for people with diabetes.  Foot + Ankle Specialty Centers, with six Arizona locations, offers gentle and professional treatments for ingrown toenails along with other foot-related issues. Our providers —...

Eventually, you have to give up on your worn-out shoes. Old shoes can cause foot problems, many of which can be remedied simply by getting new shoes.  At Foot + Ankle Specialty Centers, we know there are things you can do to prevent foot issues. One of these is to wear...

Toenail fungus is no fun. It makes people uncomfortable to show off their feet, it can cause odor as well as crumbling of the nails, and it’s contagious. If you notice recurring toenail fungus, it may be time to ask yourself why it’s happening and if any habits are contributing...

If you are one of the 28.7 million people in the United States diagnosed with diabetes, you know there are many things you need to do to manage your condition. But did you know one of these is diabetic foot care? At Foot + Ankle Specialty Centers, we recommend yearly...

Foot pain is a common problem for people all over the world. According to a 2019 study, the prevalence of the issue might be as high as 36% in some groups. Still, it doesn’t have to be a part of your life.   At Foot + Ankle Specialty Centers, we’re always...

Arch pain is one of the most uncomfortable types of foot discomfort. It can get better with walking and standing, but for many people, activity only worsens the problem. When that occurs, it can be difficult to live your life whether you’re an athlete, an active person, or even someone...

Ankle sprains are often believed incorrectly to be minor injuries. Many people think if you rest the ankle for 48 hours or so, it should be good as new. Others may even push through an ankle sprain, not realizing its severity. All these actions can be dangerous. At Foot +...

Heel pain is one of the most common instances of persistent foot pain, and if you experience it, you understand how it can limit your mobility. If you’re experiencing heel pain, chances are, it is one of these six causes. At Foot + Ankle Specialty Centers, with five locations throughout...

Living with diabetes means taking extra steps to ensure a healthy lifestyle. After all, although type 2 diabetes is preventable, more than 11% of the United States population lives with the condition. Some of the actions to live well with diabetes are well-known, but others are not. For example, do you realize...

Have you ever noticed that your child seems to walk on his or her toes? While this is fairly normal for kids younger than two years old, some children do not outgrow it and may experience problems later in life.  By the time a child turns five, if you still...

Have you ever had an ingrown toenail? If you have, you know it isn’t fun. Mild ingrown nails can be treated easily, but once they become infected, a professional will need to step in. But how can you cut your toenails in a way that prevents ingrown toenails before they start?...

So you’ve begun to notice your toenails are becoming thicker. In many cases, it is an early sign of the nail fungus called onychomycosis. Our providers, including Payam Sarraf, DPM, Kate Kennedy, DPM, Katy Statler, DPM, Andrew Goodeill, DPM, Christopher Van Damme, DPM, Amelia Harris, DPM, and Sina Safar, DPM, want you to be treated for issues that could...

If you have ever experienced an injury while playing sports, you know the healing process can be slow. Fortunately, there are many treatment options available to you to make this process easier. Still, you might be wondering when steroid injections — which have been a mainstay of treatment for sports injuries — will...

Have you noticed something different about your toenails lately? Maybe a white or yellow area under your nail that wasn’t there before? It’s possible that you are dealing with toenail fungus. While many people are affected by toenail fungus, the problem isn’t well understood by the general public. Most people with...

Compared to all the health problems that might likely come your way, an ingrown toenail may seem like no big deal. But unfortunately, if left untreated, it can worsen and become incredibly painful. Some ingrown toenails can even become infected. At Foot + Ankle Specialty Centers, we want to help you treat your...

Athlete’s foot is an extremely common condition that impacts millions of Americans. Unfortunately, many people don’t know how to recognize the problem — let alone how to treat it.  Luckily, we at Foot + Ankle Specialty Centers want to provide you with a list of the four easy-to-spot symptoms as...

A bunion looks like a big lump on the outer base of your big toe joint. But that bump isn’t a lump; it’s the joint itself. If you have bunions, your metatarsophalangeal joint (MTP), which is at the base of your big toe, doesn’t sit straight. Instead, it leans outward,...