Caring for your toenails is important, but often overlooked. Proper care can prevent ingrown toenails, fungal infections, and other conditions. There are a number of things that you can do to ensure that your toenails stay in good condition. Here are a few steps for keeping your toenails happy and healthy. Practice Hygiene Most of the care that your nails […]

Ingrown toenails occur when the side of the toenail grows into the flesh surrounding it, often causing infection and pain. Ingrown toenails are more common than you might think, and in many cases, the treatment can be done at home –but if left untreated for a long period of time, complications can arise and you may need to seek medical […]

While fairly common, ingrown toenails can be extremely painful. Ingrown toenails (onychocryptosis) generally affect the big toe, and while they are most commonly caused by an injury, ill-fitting shoes, or improper foot care –almost anyone can get an ingrown toenail. If you suspect that you have an ingrown toenail, it’s important to seek treatment as quickly as possible to help […]

With the summer months upon us, most of us are breaking out our sandals and flip flops. Feet are one of the most neglected parts of the body –until the sun comes out that is. When the summer months arrive, people expect their feet to be in perfect condition, but unfortunately –this isn’t always the case. After spending months in […]

Common Causes of Foot Pain: Treatment and Prevention With the amount of pressure that’s put on our feet every day, it is not uncommon to have minor foot pains from time to time. While minor aches and pains after a long day on our feet is normal, this doesn’t mean you should ignore foot pain. In some cases, foot pain […]

A podiatrist is a foot doctor who is able to diagnose and treat various medical conditions related to feet, ankles, and sometimes even leg structures. Podiatrists are the only health care professionals whose training focuses solely on the care of feet. They’re able to treat nearly any foot problem including the more common ones such as bunions, hammertoes, ingrown toenails, […]

With summer just around the bend, a lot of women are making their way to the nail salon to pamper themselves with a fresh manicure or pedicure. Unfortunately, a lot of fungus and bacteria can linger in these salons. To help keep your nails healthy and free from infection, here are a few tips and things you should be in […]

Foot pain is more common than you may think. Foot pain can develop anywhere in your foot –from the toes, ball, arch, sole, heel and ankle. Here are some common causes of foot pain and how to treat them. Blisters or Corns Corns and blisters are a common cause of foot pain. Causes: Corns are caused by repeated pressure or […]

Preventing toenail fungus probably isn’t something that you think about often, but it’s worth paying attention to. It’s estimated that up to half of all nail conditions are due to toenail fungal infections, and it affects approximately 14 percent of the population, according to a study published in The Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology. While toenail fungus can be […]

Nail fungus infections are very common –but for many, they can also be extremely embarrassing. People don’t like to bring up their infections to others –not even their doctors. Because of this, treatment is often delayed, and many questions regarding nail infections go unanswered. If you suspect that you have toenail fungus, here are some common questions and answers that […]