Tattoos and Eczema It seems that tattoos are getting more and more popular by the day, giving us the incorrect impression that getting a tat is risk free. Having eczema doesn’t mean that you cannot get inked, just that you’ll have to take some extra precautions. You should wait to have work done if you’re […]
Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (ESWT) reduces cell death. Apoptosis is the medical term for the body’s natural rate of cell death. It can also be thought of as “cell turnover.” Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (ESWT) brings cell turnover levels to normal in several disease states. If you experience the often excruciating pain of Plantar Fasciitis you want […]
Important Stretches for Walking: When preparing to walk, it is important to perform stretches that target the following muscles: Quadriceps, hip flexors, calves, glutes, lower back and hamstrings. The above mentioned muscles are the key muscles used when walking for fitness. Make sure to stretch both sides. You should dedicate about 10-15 minutes to Important […]
An overview of hammertoes and related deformities Hammertoes are often easily corrected in the office in a 15 minute procedure, allowing you to walk out with a light dressing. Those and mallet toe are relatively common deformities affecting the foot. The involved toes are instantly recognizable by their bent appearance. These conditions affect can affect […]
Regenerative Medicine: minimally invasive alternatives to foot and ankle surgery. Stem cells Joint surgery of the ankle or foot isn’t necessarily a bad thing. Invasive joint procedures performed by highly-skilled surgeons help millions of patients each year regain an active, pain-free lifestyle. The problem is that surgery doesn’t come with a guarantee of success. It’s […]
Best Walking Shoes for Women The expression walking a mile in someone else’s shoes may be a good way for you to get to understand someone else’s situation, but if the advice is taken literally, it could lead to a serious injury! When it comes to proper footwear for walking, the best walking shoes for […]
Treatments for peripheral neuropathy to prevent diabetic ulcers in the Pittsburgh area, Podiatry Clinic
Cushioning is a key part of what shoes do during a workout, and good athletic socks can help. Especially if you’re a runner, the best running socks have a thicker, shock absorbing bottom. While you’ll probably want to wear lighter socks during competition, thicker varieties provide much more shock absorption. When combined with proper footwear […]
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Platelet Rich Plasma It’s difficult to overstate how unique regenerative therapies such as PRP – Platelet Rich Plasma- are. In previous decades many common injuries either required surgery for a full recovery or “stayed broke.” This is ironic because the patient’s problem isn’t a lack of surgery, it’s a lack of proper and complete healing. […]
Are home remedies for unsightly toenail fungus treatment effective? There are plenty of good reasons to take a do-it-yourself approach to minor medical problems. There’s no doctor’s visit involved, and without prescription medication there’s no risk of side effects. Many home remedies also have little to no cost, making them an even more attractive option. What’s […]
If you get custom orthotics from a Podiatrist, it is often covered by insurance instead of paying hundreds of dollars at a good foot type of store.
Plantar fasciitis affects over 5% of the population. That’s 5 million Americans suffering with heel pain
If you wake up in the morning and the first steps of the day are excruciating, if you work on concrete or stand for long periods of time, you may have plantar fasciitis.
But at what cost?
This month, Dr. Tina Teimouri of Beaver Valley Foot Clinic shares the real damage a pair of heels can do to you.
What is a callous?
Thickened skin on the bottom of your foot is called a corn or a callus. They are the body’s reaction to pressure or friction from walking. They form under pressure points in the bottom of the foot.
What exactly is a sprained ankle? An ankle sprain happens when the ligaments holding the joint together are torn or stretched out. It’s an extremely common sports injury and can be quite painful. Ankle sprain signs and symptoms: Immediate pain and swelling. Difficulty moving the ankle. Pain when putting weight on the ankle. How will […]
Do your feet burn at night, keeping you up?
Do you have tingling and numbness in your feet?
Have you given up on treating painful diabetic neuropathy in Moon Twp?
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You don’t have to live with burning foot pain.
Wart Treatment – Immune Therapy for Warts HPV infection of the skin is a fascinating and complex disease that involves critical thinking amongst both patients and physicians. Wart treatment is more than just causing destruction to a skin lesion. Clinicians need to consider the host’s immune status, the type of HPV involved, the anatomical location […]
Plantar Fasciitis Pittsburgh Things to Keep in Mind Some people develop plantar fasciitis when they start exercising to lose weight. This is particularly common when people over 40 take up jogging. If you suspect that this is the case with you, speak to your healthcare provider. He or she should be able to suggest some […]
