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Nail fungus can affect the fingernails and toenails, but more commonly the toenails. It often begins as white or yellow spots under the nails. From there, the nails may discolor and thicken and crumble as the infection develops and spreads. Causes and Risk Factors According to one recent study, about 14 percent of the population […]

Summer is finally here and that means it’s time to kick off those winter shoes and trade them for flip-flops, sandals, and bare feet. While everyone should embrace the warm weather and enjoy showing off their trendiest, sexiest, favorite open-toed footwear, it is especially important to protect your feet by taking good care of them […]

Wintertime doesn’t exactly make us think of flip flops, pedicures, and toenail polish. However, just because we stop wearing sandals and going to the beach does not mean we should neglect our feet. Winter is actually one of the most important times of the year to start actively paying attention to our hardworking feet, especially […]

If you are someone who has health issues that leave you susceptible to foot ulcers, such as diabetes, atherosclerosis, or neuropathy, it is important to understand how you can prevent these painful and often debilitating wounds from developing. Check Your Feet Every Day People with diabetes often experience peripheral neuropathy, where the nerves in the […]

Children are extremely active and may encounter foot and ankle problems from time to time. These problems are not always urgent, but many of them nonetheless require medical attention. Below we have put together some basic information for parents to help determine when to call on our pediatric orthopedic foot specialist near Plainfield. Warts (Verruca) […]