If you’ve had procedures that have left you with scars on your foot or leg, there are treatments to help lessen them available.
There are a couple great alternative depending on your insurance coverage and how much you desire of great cosmetic results.
If you have heel pain, you’ll need a foot doctor to help you treat the problem so you can get on with the good parts of life. The first step of treatment is to determine what’s wrong. Your foot doctor will ask questions about your pain such as when it started and when it happens most often. They will also do an examination to determine the cause and the appropriate treatment. This may include comparing one foot or leg to the other and manipulating your feet, ankles, and legs to determine where and how the pain originates.
Microphlebectomy Microphlebectomy, sometimes called an “ambulatory phlebectomy,” is a surgical procedure that can be used to remove some varicose veins. In most cases, a technique called endovenous laser ablation (ELVA) is used to remove varicose veins. However, in some cases, varicose veins are too twisty or close to the skin, to use ELVA. In these […]
If you’ve had an Achilles rupture, or any tendon rupture, don’t despair, surgery usually has an excellent outcome!
Taking care of your feet is essential to a healthy lifestyle, and in no sport is it more important than for runners. Whether you are training to run a marathon or just trying to stay fit, there are several ways you can keep your feet healthy for your next run.
What’s New for Foot Fungus?
Nail fungus, or Onychomycosis, is a common infection of the nail and is not only embarrassing, but very painful and easily spread from toenail to toenail, toenail to fingernail and is highly contagious.
There are various factors that put you and others at risk of contracting the infection:
MolecuLight-iX-Wound-Care_EUCAN_Rev-1.0 New technology Real-Time Detection of Asymptomatic Bioburden in Wounds Use of the MolecuLight i:X to image for bacterial fluorescence, in conjunction with clinical signs & symptoms, adds an additional bacterial-specific piece of information that can be captured and considered in real-time. Real-Time Detection of Asymptomatic Bioburden in Wounds Accurate wound assessment is essential when determining the […]
Varicose Veins Could Prove Fatal to Seniors!
Varicose veins are a huge nuisance for any adult. Not only are the affected veins unsightly, they could also lead to symptoms like itching, pain and fatigue that can hinder your quality of life. On top of that, varicose veins could lead to conditions that are more difficult to cure.
Yes- you literally glue the vein shut.
In another month childrens sports will be gearing up for another big year. Soccer is in full force. Kids 10-13 especially, since they are growing the most rapidly are prone to heel pain from over use at a higher rate than others..
Heel pain is common among all ages, including kids.
The care your feet require changes as the seasons do (especially when you are walking through the weather of Pittsburgh). How you care for your feet and deal with foot care treatments in the summer, for instance, is different than how you would care for your feet in the fall. When you start trading in your summer sandals for boots, you should also change your Pittsburgh foot care habits too.
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“I’m very clean…how did I get these disgusting nails?” is a question that I hear everyday. Fungal infections of the nails are not related to personal hygiene. Every person in the world has fungus living happily on their skin, which usually doesn’t cause a problem. So, no, ladies, sorry—this time you can’t blame your husband for contaminating the bed or the shower and giving you those thick, ugly nails.
Looking for gentle, fast relief from all kinds of foot pain? Consider Beaver Valley Foot Clinic, with four locations throughout the Beaver County and surrounding area, including a new one in Bridgewater. “After 21 years being a Podiatrist in Beaver County, we are happy to announce our newest foot clinic in Beaver, PA, offering full service podiatry in Bridgewater including, ingrown toenails, laser for warts and heel pain treatment,” states Dr. Tina Teimouri of Beaver Valley Foot Clinic.
Toe numbness or a tingling and burning sensation in your toes may be the result of a condition that affects the nerves and/or blood vessels of the foot. This could be the sign of a larger problem like nerve damage, diabetes or even a stroke. Pittsburgh Podiatrist, Dr. Christina Teimouri, DPM shares her thoughts on the tingling sensation many people cope with every day.
Toenail fungus can be very embarrassing. Fortunately, there is laser treatment available for this condition. Laser treatments for toenail fungus removal were first approved by the Food and Drug Administration back in 2010. Health care professionals at Beaver Valley Foot Clinic can use several types of lasers to remove the toenail fungus. Laser treatments are popular for toenail fungus removal because they destroy and heat the harmful fungi, but they keep the healthy tissue intact…
A long winter in closed in sweaty shoes can take their toll on your toenails. If you have noticed thick yellow toenails, that have crumbling under the nails, you may have acquired fungus nails.
If warts make an appearance in your life, there is no need to panic. Thought warts can be unsightly, painful or excessive, nowadays it is quite simple and painless to remove warts once they sprout. Yet, as important as it is to have warts treated right away, it is even more important to prevent their presence completely. At our Beaver Valley Foot Clinic locations near Pittsburgh, we help our patients remove and prevent warts from interfering with their daily lives.
Beaver Valley Foot Clinic knows all too well the winter months are especially harsh on our feet due to cold and damp snowy conditions. The elderly and diabetic most at risk due to circulatory issues, but there are steps everyone can take to prevent foot injury during this winter season.
Toenail Fungus
Help! There is a fungus among us!
Onychomycosis, or tinea ungium, is a fungal infection of the toenails that affects more 3 million people in the United States.
Obviously, taking care of your diabetes is the number one way to stay safe, healthy and comfortable. But there are also steps you can take that are designed to aid in diabetic foot care. Dr. Christina Teimouri and staff at the Beaver Valley Foot Clinic are here to provide you with gentle, fast relief from all kinds of foot pain. To start, below are a few tips to keep in mind for diabetic foot care: