One of the injuries that we see increase in frequency during the winter months are foot and ankle fractures. Slippery conditions can trigger a fall, which is a common cause of these injuries. Winter…
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When your surgeon orders prehab, the goal is to enhance and strengthen your chances of success in recovery. In essence, if you are fitter and stronger before surgery, you will get back to work and activities…
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Picture this: it’s Sunday evening, and you pull out your phone to check your schedule for this week: several meetings, home repairs that need done, activities to which the kids need taken, and…
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Below is a list of products and devices that Dr. Porter recommends for her patients: Dome foot massager Kinesiotape Plantar fascia ball/roller Stretching strap Small exercise ball Large exercise…
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While the story of Achilles may be a myth, the idea of the “Achilles heel” is not. Your Achilles tendon connects your calf to your heel. It is one of the largest tendons in the body and used in every…
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Most of us find our favorite pair of shoes and wear them for everything. However, choosing the right shoe for your activity will help you get the full benefit of your activity, prevent possible injuries,…
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While it may seem too soon to be thinking about summer, it’s never too soon to start thinking about your health. Healing takes time, which means you should start thinking about summer sandal season before…
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One of the most common foot conditions is a neuroma, which is a pinched nerve in the ball of the foot. They often start with an unusual intermittent pain in the ball of your foot that can include numbness,…
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A familiar face to all, a stranger to none. If you have been a patient at Foot & Ankle Wellness Center in the last 25 years, you know Julie Wilgus. Her warm smile and kind demeanor make an impression…
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“But there’s nothing that can be done for a broken toe…” Whether you are the quarterback of the Green Bay Packers or just a weekend warrior who likes to run, toe fractures happen to everyone…
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Whether you’re hitting the trails, pounding the pavement or just getting back into the swing of things, it is important to have a solid pair of athletic shoes. As doctors, we are frequently asked…
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“What is a Physician Assistant?” I have gotten this question many times, and to be honest, it is a fair question when I am wearing the white coat, ordering your tests, prescribing your medications,…
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Heel pain affects millions of Americans each year. But not all heel pain is the same. There are plenty of causes of heel pain, often with slightly different symptoms that can help your podiatrist diagnose…
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What is Achilles Tendonitis? The Achilles is the largest and strongest tendon not just in your legs but in your whole body. When this tendon becomes damaged and inflamed, it causes pain known as Achilles…
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Having foot and ankle surgery is no small matter. And your post-care is just as important as the surgery itself in helping get you back on your feet. After foot and ankle surgery comes rehabilitation….
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Prehabilitation, aka prehab or preoperative rehabilitation, is your key to a better surgical outcome. Whether it’s a small, outpatient procedure that will keep you off your feet for a few days or…
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It’s estimated that over 20% of the US population suffers from toe deformities or “crooked” toes. There are many types of crooked toes including hammertoe, mallet toe, and claw toe. Additionally,…
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Ball of foot pain is called metatarsalgia which is a common umbrella term for symptoms occurring at the end of the metatarsal bones (the bones right behind your toes). There can be many causes of metatarsalgia,…
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Plantar fasciitis is a common orthopedic condition that affects many runners. Your plantar fascia is the band that connects your heel to the base of your toes and supports the arch of your foot. Over…
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Sun. Fun. Visiting the podiatrist because you wore flimsy sandals all day. Yep—it’s summer! When it comes to buying summer sandals, there are a lot of choices. From flip flops to heels, sandals…
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There are a lot of misconceptions out there when it comes to anything related to medicine. In podiatry, one of the most misunderstood conditions is an ingrown toenail. Today, let’s look at some common…
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Summer is a time of fun and activity. The warm weather and sunshine are inspirational for hitting the court, trails, greens, road, or pool. But along with summer sports come summer sports foot injuries….
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Are you running into pain when you go for a run? Up to half of runners experience an injury and up to 20% of those are to the foot and ankle. With over 40 million runners in the US alone, that’s a…
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According to the CDC, 23% of American adults (about 54 million people) suffer from arthritis, and 24 million of them have to limit or modify their daily activities to compensate for pain. Degenerative…
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I sprain my ankle a few times a year, so what? Is it really that bad to sprain an ankle? The answer—yes. Here’s a quick look at why spraining your ankle can be a very serious thing… Ankle Structure…
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It would be great if the simplest solutions could be applied to the most complex problems and solve them in an instant. Unfortunately, sometimes the easiest or most conservative solution to a problem…
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When it comes to heel pain, there is a lot to know, but there is also a lot of false information out there. Let’s take a look at some common myths of heel pain so you can make the best decisions for…
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As Benjamin Franklin once said, “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” When it comes to treating plantar fasciitis, you shouldn’t wait. Preventing severe symptoms will reduce the need…
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Having a surgical procedure is never fun, but with bunions, it may be necessary, and you shouldn’t wait! A bunion (or hallux valgus in medical jargon) is an enlargement of the joint at the base of…
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Can you control your foot destiny? There are a few things we probably wish we hadn’t inherited from our parents: short stature, straight hair, baldness—to name a few. We receive a collection of…
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Has your doctor suggested foot or ankle surgery for your condition? There’s a lot to consider when it comes to having a procedure and surgery performed on your feet. It’s important to discuss your…
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They say prevention is the best medicine. And while it’s not truly possible to prevent a bunion if one has begun to form, there is a lot you can do to slow or even stop further development. Direct…
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Starting a new workout routine this winter? You’re likely going to need some new shoes. In this blog, we’ll break down the best shoes for each type of exercise and give you some tips for buying…
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Working out in winter, especially with many gyms closed or operating at a limited capacity, it can feel like you don’t have many good options. But the truth is, exercising in the cold has some benefits…
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Every January 1st we celebrate the New Year as if the changing of a simple calendar date will also mean a new beginning for us. Thus enter the New Year’s resolution. Have you decided on yours yet?…
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Christmas is less than 24 hours away, and if you don’t have your stocking hung on the mantle yet…get on it! It’s difficult to imagine Christmas without finding a stocking filled with goodies to…
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Even though the majority of holiday parties have gone virtual this year, ladies still may find themselves donning high heels for a fun night of festive joy. But just as we might over-indulge on the…
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Skiing is a fantastic sport with high thrills and enjoyment. But there are also some high risks, especially to your feet and ankles. Each year, over 600,000 people are treated for skiing-related injuries…
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The holidays are coming and everyone is wracking their minds figuring out what to get their family and friends. Well, think no more! Scratch out everything on your holiday shopping list and call up…
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There are many things about the human body that we have yet to understand. One of those things is a condition called Raynaud’s disease. When some people’s bodies overreact to stress or cold temperatures,…
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It’s getting toward the end of 2020 and you may have started hearing warnings to make sure you spend your FSA funds. In case you didn’t know, everything from routine foot care to laser therapy and…
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Over the river and through the woods to Grandmother’s house we go. And when we get there, there’s slipping and sliding all the way up to the front door. Nothing can ruin your holiday spirit faster…
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If you have been diagnosed with diabetes, you’ve likely got a long list of suggestions and warnings concerning lifestyle changes and keeping up your health. It’s important to take these warnings…
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Want to Get Good Quality Shoes Every Year (at little or no cost)? Ask your FAAWC provider if you qualify for the Medicare Diabetic Shoe Program. It’s our promise to provide quality (and fashionable!)…
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When it comes to keeping ourselves healthy, there is a laundry list of tasks that need attention. Exercising, eating right, getting enough sleep, flossing—and stretching with an equinus brace. You…
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Many women nowadays lead active careers and lives well into the final months of their pregnancy. This could mean heading to a business meeting or even a social gathering (masked up, of course) and needing…
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When it comes to going barefoot, many people believe in the power of nature and say it’s a completely healthy thing to do. On the other side, many people believe in the power of shoes for protecting…
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If you have kids (or once were a kid) you probably know a little something about “growing pains.” This vague, unhelpful term is often used by physicians to explain away leg and foot pain in children…
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The weather is cooling and the leaves are turning into a myriad of fiery reds and oranges. If you’re looking to get out of the house and go walking around Delaware, Ohio, then try out one of these…
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In 1903, two states (Massachusetts and Missouri) issued the very first driver’s licenses—no test required. Nowadays, we have almost 275 million cars on the road in the United States alone and approximately…
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September is Heel Pain Month. Almost 80% of Americans are living with some sort of foot issue. And six of every ten of these people experience some form of heel pain as a symptom. So today, let’s…
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When it comes to maintaining balance and avoiding a fatal fall, there can be many contributing factors. In seniors, particularly diabetics, peripheral neuropathy can lead to decreased feeling in the…
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Although it’s an uncommon condition, it’s important to know about gangrene because it has the potential to affect many different people. Of course, gangrene is generally not something that will…
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Are you experiencing a sudden, severe onset of pain in your big toe? There’s no doubt about it—that’s gout. Gout is a painful arthritic condition that affects nearly 3 million Americans annually….
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Plantar Fasciitis. Let’s say it together, PLAN-tur fashee-EYE-tis. If you’ve hung around the FAAWC enough, I’m sure you have run into this term. Whether you heard it in passing in the hall or…
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Whether you’re still stuck inside by social distancing orders or you’re free to roam (with a mask, of course), the question still remains—how should I buy shoes during the COVID-19 pandemic? …
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Let’s face it, our veins are really important and when they aren’t flowing quite right it can cause all sorts of problems. Today we’re going to look at venous insufficiency, venous stasis ulcers,…
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You may hate to admit it, but do you feel a little wobbly when you stand up? Do you have trouble keeping your balance? Do you feel weak in the legs, as if you can’t quite hold yourself up straight?…
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Onychomycosis, aka fungal toenails, affects over three million Americans each year. How much do you know about it? Do you know how you got it? How to get rid of it forever? Today, the providers at the…
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It’s summer! Summer means different things to everyone. For some, it’s a chance to relax by the pool. For others, it’s a time to be active outdoors. No matter what your definition of summer is,…
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