Conditions that affect the skin and nails can be among the most troubling and painful. Corns and calluses can be unsightly while ingrown toenails are often uncomfortable. Professional care is often warranted in cases where the skin and nails are affected, which is where The Foot and Ankle Clinic’s dedication to professional care can help […]
Read about the latest non-invasive, pain free treatment for ingrown toenails – bracenfixTM What are Ingrown Toenails? Ingrown toenails are common, often painful and can result in inflammation and infection. Ingrown toenails can develop due to nail shape, cutting technique, infection or trauma to the nail. In many cases the problem can be recurring so […]
Blisters are a small pocket of fluid in the upper layers of skin caused by pulling and tugging on the skin from an external cause. This can be from your socks, shoes, moisture or even from ill-placed tape. Not only are blisters painful, but they can stop you from participating in the activities you love. […]
Do You Suffer From Sweaty Feet? Excessive sweating of the feet is called hyperhidrosis. It’s more common in men than in women, and more common in young adults than older adults. People whose feet sweat excessively often also have problems with excessive sweating of the palms. According to the International Hyperhidrosis Society, 3 percent of the […]
What are Heel Fissures? Cracked heels, or heel fissures, are splits in the skin around the heel. When pressure is put onto the heel from our bodyweight while walking and standing, the skin needs to stretch and spread out a little. If the heel cannot stretch because the skin is dry and inflexible, it will […]
What are Corns? Corns are an extremely common foot complaint that affects many people. They are a build-up of thick skin (hyperkeratosis) that can occur on the tops and in between your toes as well as the soles of your feet. They form as a result of friction or pressure either from footwear or due […]
Dead skin build-up on toes, joints, heels and the bottom of your foot? Calluses are naturally manufactured protection for the ball of the foot and for heels. The layers of thick, dead skin can be useful since they form in areas that need to be protected from repetitive friction. Your body forms this thick dead skin in […]
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