Summer is the perfect time to get outside. Whether you’re training for a race, joining a recreational sports league, hiking local trails, or simply staying active with your family, your feet and ankles take on extra stress during the warmer months. Unfortunately, that also means sports injuries become more common.
For many people with neuropathy, hot summer weather can often make symptoms feel worse. Many people notice increased burning, tingling, numbness, swelling, or foot sensitivity during periods of extreme heat.
As the weather warms up, many people trade in supportive sneakers for sandals, flip-flops, or even go barefoot more often. While this seasonal shift feels great, it can also put extra strain on your feet, especially the plantar fascia, the band of tissue that supports your arch. The result? Increased heel pain, often from plantar fasciitis.
April is National Foot Health Awareness Month, making it the perfect time to focus on the foundation of your body: your feet. Foot health is often overlooked until pain or discomfort becomes unavoidable. The truth is, healthy feet are essential for overall mobility, balance, and quality of life. This month, take a proactive approach by keeping these five important foot health tips in mind.
You’re walking along when a sudden twinge of foot pain stops you in your tracks. What starts as a minor discomfort can quickly affect every part of your daily life, from how long you can stand at work to whether you enjoy walking, exercising, or even running errands. For many patients, custom orthotics provide a…
Foot and ankle pain can affect far more than just your mobility; it can interfere with your work, exercise routine, and overall quality of life. When every step causes discomfort, even simple daily activities like walking, standing, or staying active can feel like a challenge. For patients looking for effective relief without surgery or medication,…
The holiday season is a time for joy, celebration, and connection, but for many, it can also bring unexpected heel pain. With extra time spent standing, walking, and shopping for gifts, it’s easy for foot discomfort to arise. Addressing heel pain early is key to enjoying a comfortable, pain-free holiday. Below, Clark Podiatry Center shares…
November is Diabetes Awareness Month, a perfect time to focus on its connection to foot health. For people living with diabetes, even a small cut or blister can become a big problem due to nerve damage and poor circulation. Clark Podiatry Center provides need-to-know tips for keeping foot health in check if you or a loved one is living with diabetes.
When we think of fall allergies, sneezing and itchy eyes usually come to mind. But did you know seasonal allergies can also affect your feet? At Clark Podiatry Center, we want patients to know about the foot discomfort linked to seasonal allergies and how to manage it.
As the weather cools down and we swap sandals for boots, our feet face new challenges. Fall brings changes in footwear, activity levels, and even the environment, which can lead to common foot problems.
