Do you feel like you are walking on rocks? Many patients have calluses on their feet that are like small pebbles—but feel like they are boulders or knives stabbing you in the foot. There are some that have deep-seated cores that can feel like they go all the way down to the bone. We label…
The summertime is a great time to show off your new sandals and allow your feet to breathe. But since the warmer months can be rough on your feet, it’s important to give your feet a little extra care to keep them looking great and feeling healthy. Here are a few tips from Clark Podiatry…
It’s Valentines Day! Show your feet some love! On this day we show our love for those we care about the most, how about taking some time to care for the most neglected part of your body–your feet! It is the nature of winter where feet are stuffed into warm boots where, combined with the…
TransDerm Solutions Treatment System of Resolution of Plantar Porokeratosis (PK) Lesions No Anesthesia Required! Do you suffer from the severe pain of rock-like calluses on the soles of your feet? They can feel like sharp needles or like you have stones in your shoes, don’t they? There are two common maladies that appear as “calluses”…
With age, many people experience changes in their feet. This may include a change in their shape; a loss of the fatty pads that cushion the bottom of the feet; thinner, drier skin and brittle nails; and even arthritis. As the feet change, they also naturally develop more problems. But aching feet are not a…
This year’s Super Bowl will be played in New Jersey on February 2 between the Denver Broncos and Seattle Seahawks. Not only will it be the first time it will be played in this area, it is the first time that the Super Bowl is being played outdoors in a cold climate. As everybody knows, this has been…
Seniors can Reduce Risk of Falling by Fixing Painful Feet It’s just not true that foot pain is a normal consequence of growing older. In addition to healthy feet and ankles contributing to a full and active lifestyle, they can also reduce a senior’s risk for dangerous and deadly falls. Falls have become the leading…
It seems that just about everyone has had occasion to jam their foot into a piece of furniture or a door when barefoot. So often happening in the middle of the night, they’re often referred to as “bedpost fractures”. After getting over the sudden, intense pain when you see stars and have gotten past the…
2013 has been a most interesting year, amazing that it has passed so quickly. For some, this has been a blessing in its own right–starting the year off with the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy and the tragedy at Newtown, then the ever-present turmoil in Washington, including apprehension regarding the Affordable Care Act. Closer to home,…
Looking for a safe, easy and inexpensive way to stay healthy, increase your energy level and improve your figure? Start walking. Walking is one of the easiest and most popular forms of exercise, and when done properly, can significantly improve your health. The basic kind of walking — often called healthwalking — can be done…
