Common Foot and Ankle Injuries and How to Treat Them
- posted: Jan. 23, 2023
Your podiatrist is a foot and ankle specialist who can treat a wide variety of foot, ankle, and toe conditions. Your ankles, feet, and toes perform important functions helping you Read More
The Importance of Proper Footcare for Diabetic Patients
- posted: Jan. 04, 2023
Diabetes is one of the most serious health conditions because it has such harmful effects on your entire body. Diabetes is especially damaging to your extremities, including your feet. If Read More
The Common Causes of Foot Pain and How To Find Relief
- posted: Dec. 21, 2022
When you experience foot pain, you might be tempted to ignore it. That’s a bad idea. Foot pain can grow worse over time, leading to loss of mobility and a Read More
What Are Bunions and How Can They Be Treated?
- posted: Dec. 01, 2022
If you have a hard, bony lump on the side of your big toe, it’s probably a bunion. Bunions are caused by a genetic bone deformity which makes your big Read More
What Is an Ingrown Toenail?
- posted: Nov. 18, 2022
An ingrown toenail is a toenail which has grown into the surrounding skin of your toe. If you’ve ever had an ingrown toenail, you already know how painful it can Read More
FAQs About Bunions
- posted: Nov. 03, 2022
Rappahannock Foot and Ankle Specialists, serving Fredericksburg, and Stafford, VA, and the surrounding area, treats patients who have bunions. But what exactly is a bunion? And how do we treat Read More
Causes of Heel Pain
- posted: Nov. 01, 2022
Heel pain is one of the most common problems your podiatrist treats. If you are suffering from heel pain, the pain can make it difficult to enjoy an active life. Read More
Caring for Your Feet When You’re a Diabetic
- posted: Oct. 13, 2022
If you have diabetes, you may already know about the effects on your body, especially your extremities. What you may not know is that diabetes is especially hard on your Read More
What To Do for Ankle Pain
- posted: Oct. 01, 2022
Your ankles are an important part of your body. Together with your legs and feet, your ankles help carry your body weight. They help you walk, run, and enjoy daily Read More
When To See a Podiatrist for a Sports Injury
- posted: Sep. 22, 2022
Sports injuries happen, and your feet and ankles are especially vulnerable. Your feet and ankles are overworked to begin with, and if you play a sport with a lot of Read More
What Is the Benefit of Having Urgent Foot Care Same Day?
- posted: Sep. 22, 2022
If you or a loved one require urgent foot care the emergency room may not be your best option. Unless your condition is very serious or potentially life-threatening you should Read More
Is My Toe Broken?
- posted: Sep. 01, 2022
Do you suspect that you might have broken your toe? You could very well be dealing with a broken toe if you notice pain, stiffness or swelling, or if you Read More
Interested In Custom Orthotics?
- posted: Aug. 30, 2022
Unlike regular shoe inserts that you can buy at most stores, custom orthotics are designed specifically for your foot and your needs. When you’re dealing with certain pains and foot Read More
Hammertoes and Their Causes
- posted: Aug. 18, 2022
Discover more about this foot deformity and why it happens. Bunions always seem to get the spotlight when talking about foot deformities; however, it’s also essential to shed light on hammertoes. Read More
Are You Dealing With Bunion Pain?
- posted: Aug. 01, 2022
Find out how to get your bunion pain under control and when to see a podiatrist. A bunion is a painful foot deformity that warrants turning to a podiatrist to learn Read More
Do I Have an Ingrown Toenail?
- posted: Jul. 19, 2022
Are you dealing with a painful toenail? It could be an ingrown toenail. Any ingrown toenail happens when the edge of a toenail, typically the big toenail, grows into the skin. Read More