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 […]
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 […]
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? 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 […]
Nail fungus is a common infection of toenails and it’s not a serious condition you should panic about. However, you shouldn’t ignore it either since if it is left untreated, it may cause difficulties with walking and may spread to other parts of the body. That’s why you must look for the right treatment before […]
Sesamoiditis: What you need to know Sesamoid bones are unique to other bones of the body in that they are not connected to other bones via joints. Instead they are connected by tendons or embedded into muscle tissue. The kneecap and two small bones in the foot are examples of sesamoid bones. They are about […]
Walking to Lose Weight Dressing for Walking The type of clothing you select for walking to lose weight will reflect both your personal preference as well as where you are walking. Will you be walking indoors on a track or at the mall? Will you we walking outdoors on a trail or road? If you […]
Deep Vein Thrombosis or DVT, also known as Venous Thrombosis, is a blood clot usually occurring in a large vein of a lower leg, pelvis, thigh or arm. DVT Causes DVTs may develop after prolonged bed rest (hospitalization after an operation), long plane or car trips. Diabetes is a risk factor that may increase the […]
What is pyoderma gangrenosum? Not a type of gangrene, pyoderma gangrenosum is a rare type of skin ulceration that is treatable. This disease is not contagious, so no need to be concerned about transferral. What causes pyoderma gangrenosum? It is not known exactly what causes pyoderma gangrenosum, but in many cases, it occurs following a […]
How Can Toenail Fungus Affect Your Life? Do you have a toenail fungus? If yes, then for how long are you going to ignore it? It’s indeed a common condition that makes many people think it’s okay to leave it untreated as it may go away by itself. However, it’s not the truth. It’s not […]
Using Botox to treat excessive sweating in several areas is safe and effective. These areas include the armpits (axilla), craniofacial area ( the face and head), and beneath the breast. The hands, feet and other comparatively small body areas can also be effectively treated using Botox. Most research has been done in treating the underarm area
Care of Casts and Splints Cast Care Do’s and Don’ts Keep it dry Care of Casts and Splints – If you haven’t been told specifically that your cast is waterproof it’s essential to keep it dry. Also note that even if your cast is waterproof that isn’t a license to get it soaking wet. You […]
Cryosurgery for Neuromas Cryosurgery is no longer locally available. Device manufacturers have gone out of business and no longer support the device. Surgery can work wonders, but by nature it’s invasive. Whether cutting or scraping tissue away, or suturing it back together, surgery is literally carefully controlled damage. No matter how effective surgery might be, […]
Best Running Shoes Most of the time, athletic shoes can be categorized two ways: neutral sneakers and stability sneakers. Best Running Shoes for Stability sneakers most often contain a midsole and heel that is cushioned. This helps to control foot motion and prevent overpronation, the tendency to roll the foot inward too much. This decreases […]
How to Use Crutches Almost all of us have used crutches or another type of weight bearing aid such as a walker or cane at some point. These helpful devices aid in walking when a limb is too weak, painful, or unstable for normal walking to be possible. They also increase safety by preventing falls, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
¿Cuándo debería mi hijo ver a un podólogo? ¿Cuándo debería mi hijo ver a un podólogo? Los niños deben tener su primer chequeo podológico a los 4 o 5 años. La atención podiátrica es, literalmente, apropiada para todas las personas con pies. Los pacientes son de todas las edades y de ambos sexos. Su salud […]