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Barefoot Running

Barefoot Running

Barefoot Running/Minimalist Shoes Running without shoes, or Barefoot running, has become popular recently. The concept behind it is that it promotes a midfoot strike instead of a heel strike. This change is foot strike can reduce the compressive load and help reduce injury.  Professional trainers can determine if this type of running works for you […]

What are the main causes of ingrown toenails?

My ingrown toenails keep coming back. The main causes of ingrown toenails? Some people can go their whole life without ever suffering from ingrown toenails. So why to some people get them and others don’t? Some common causes and risk factors are: Ill-fitting shoes or high heels: Tight shoes and high heels can cause the […]

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Staph Infection

Skin infection overview: staph infection.   Most people have heard about staph infections, often through queasiness-inducing stories of medical mishaps. Many also known that the bacteria responsible, Staphylococcus Aureus, is resistant to commonly-used antibiotics (and becoming more so every year). Staph infections can indeed become life-threatening emergencies. Yet it’s also true that about 25% of […]

Get Rid of Smelly Feet and Shoes

Often patients may get smelly feet (otherwise known as bromodosis) every once in a while, but there are a select few that may suffer from stinky feet chronically. Thankfully, there are options to get rid of Smelly Feet and Shoes and combat the odor and regain your confidence. Fast facts on smelly feet Here are […]

Tattoos and Eczema

Tattoo Removal: Do’s & Don’ts

Tattoo Removal: Do’s & Don’ts Tattoo Removal: Do’s  Ice and elevate the area the night after Tattoo Removal treatment. Use antibacterial soap and warm water to clean the treated area three times a day for two weeks.  Cover the treated area securely to avoid infection. Disinfect the area promptly if it is exposed to dirt […]

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MyOwn Skin

MyOwn Skin™ is an autologous( meaning your own) skin grafting office procedure using  a small donor piece of the patient’s own skin and a few tubes of the patient’s blood from which we grow a large partial thickness skin graft in the lab in about 7 days. This is then transplanted onto a burn or […]

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Moleculight

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 […]

Plantar Fasciitis Treatment 101

Plantar Fasciitis Treatment 101 Plantar fasciitis (pronounced PLAN-tur fas-e-I-tis) is caused by an inflammation in the heel of the foot. It is one of the most commonly diagnosed causes of heel pain in active men and women between the ages of 40 and 70. It’s primary cause is the inflammation of the thick, weblike ligament […]

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Can’t sleep cold feet

Can’t sleep, cold feet If you are having trouble finding truly restful sleep at night, you might be surprised to find out that cold feet may be the source of your dismay. When asleep, cold feet can constrict the blood vessels, causing an imbalance in circulation overall. According to the National Sleep Foundation, when you […]

Before Going to the Podiatrist

What You Need to Know

As much as we use our feet they are commonly one of the most neglected body parts. This is especially true here in Pittsburgh, since the climate often forces feet to be covered in some form of footwear for most of the year. This means that when it is time to go to the podiatrist, you may feel that your feet are unprepared for full attention and focus from professional foot doctors. But this is only one of several myths associated with taking a visit to your local foot doctor specialist in Pittsburgh. With this in mind, here are a few things that you should do, and a few things you shouldn’t worry about before taking a trip to the podiatrist.

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Hives Urticaria

Hives are welts (raised, itchy, red areas) that present on the skin. They begin as a reaction to certain medications, foods, and/or bug bites/stings. Seek immediate help and call 911 if the hives begin to spread to large areas or they begin to alter your breathing. While they can be dangerous, hives usually go away […]

How Do You Get Fungus Toenail infection

How Do You Get Fungus Toenail infection Research done by Strisower’s team seems to have found that this isn’t such a simple question. These researchers isolated more than 100 microorganisms responsible for causing what we know as onychomycosis, or Fungus Toenail infection. These include varieties of fungus, yeasts, mold, and even bacteria. What’s more, the team […]

5 top insoles

5 top insoles

5 top insoles for YOU! 5 practical tips for selecting the right insoles: Insoles or other inserts are a great way to add support and cushioning to almost any footwear. They’re easy to use, inexpensive, and available at many Podiatrists. To get the most out of your purchase keep the following info in mind when […]

What’s wrong with my feet?

What’s wrong with my feet?

What’s wrong with my feet? The most commonly encountered skin problems seen by podiatrists. While a multitude of different skin problems are seen by podiatrists on a daily basis some occur much more often than others. When a rash or other skin irregularity is seen some type of infection is usually the culprit. These can […]

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Plantar Fasciitis Treatment

Plantar Fasciitis Treatment 101 Plantar fasciitis (pronounced PLAN-tur fas-e-I-tis) is caused by an inflammation in the heel of the foot. It is one of the most commonly diagnosed causes of heel pain in active men and women between the ages of 40 and 70. It’s primary cause is the inflammation of the thick, weblike ligament […]