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    • FEBRUARY 14, 2023
    High Stakes for a High Ankle Sprain

    High Stakes for a High Ankle Sprain

    You might have watched the Superbowl LVII, like nearly 30 million other viewers, and saw star quarterback, Patrick Mahomes, do some limping during the game. We knew he was still healing from a high ankle…

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    • FEBRUARY 8, 2023
    Let’s “hammer” out the facts about hammertoes

    Let’s “hammer” out the facts about hammertoes

    Hammertoes are one of the most common foot deformities.  The problems presented by hammertoes for people go well beyond their wardrobe.  Hammertoes actually can affect work, life, and exercise…

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    • JANUARY 25, 2023
    BREAK-ing Down Foot & Ankle Fractures

    BREAK-ing Down Foot & Ankle Fractures

    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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    • OCTOBER 13, 2022
    The Advantages of Prehabilitation

    The Advantages of Prehabilitation

    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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    • AUGUST 29, 2022
    Don’t ignore your heel pain.

    Don’t ignore your heel pain.

    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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    • AUGUST 8, 2022
    COPT Recommended Products

    COPT Recommended Products

    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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    • JULY 14, 2022
    Does a torn Achilles need repaired?

    Does a torn Achilles need repaired?

    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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    • JUNE 23, 2022
    A Difference You Can Feel in Your Sole.

    A Difference You Can Feel in Your Sole.

    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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    • APRIL 21, 2022
    Get Your Feet and Nails Ready for Summer!

    Get Your Feet and Nails Ready for Summer!

    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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    • MARCH 22, 2022
    Neuromas: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment

    Neuromas: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment

    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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    • FEBRUARY 24, 2022
    An Anniversary to Remember!

    An Anniversary to Remember!

    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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    • FEBRUARY 15, 2022
    Broken Toes 101

    Broken Toes 101

    “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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    • JANUARY 27, 2022
    Best Athletic Shoes of 2022

    Best Athletic Shoes of 2022

    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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    • JANUARY 11, 2022
    What is a Physician Assistant?

    What is a Physician Assistant?

    “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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    • DECEMBER 6, 2021
    Heel Pain, Know the Causes and Symptoms

    Heel Pain, Know the Causes and Symptoms

    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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    • NOVEMBER 1, 2021
    The Evolving Treatments of Achilles Tendonitis

    The Evolving Treatments of Achilles Tendonitis

    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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    • SEPTEMBER 15, 2021
    Crooked Toes and Why they Need to be Fixed

    Crooked Toes and Why they Need to be Fixed

    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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    • SEPTEMBER 1, 2021
    Why Does the Ball of My Foot Hurt

    Why Does the Ball of My Foot Hurt

    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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    • AUGUST 15, 2021
    Running with Plantar Fasciitis

    Running with Plantar Fasciitis

    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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    • AUGUST 1, 2021
    Podiatrist-Approved Sandals for 2021

    Podiatrist-Approved Sandals for 2021

    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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    • JUNE 17, 2021
    Common Running Injuries

    Common Running Injuries

    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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    • JUNE 2, 2021
    Treatment Options for Foot & Ankle Arthritis

    Treatment Options for Foot & Ankle Arthritis

    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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    • APRIL 22, 2021
    The Myths of Heel Pain

    The Myths of Heel Pain

    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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    • APRIL 8, 2021
    Can I Wait to See My Doctor for Plantar Fasciitis?

    Can I Wait to See My Doctor for Plantar Fasciitis?

    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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    • MARCH 18, 2021
    Can I Wait for Bunion Surgery?

    Can I Wait for Bunion Surgery?

    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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    • MARCH 4, 2021
    Bunions and Your Family Tree

    Bunions and Your Family Tree

    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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    • FEBRUARY 18, 2021
    Planning Your Foot & Ankle Surgery

    Planning Your Foot & Ankle Surgery

    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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    • FEBRUARY 4, 2021
    Preventing Bunions

    Preventing Bunions

    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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    • JANUARY 21, 2021
    New Year, New You — Choosing Footwear for a Workout Routine

    New Year, New You — Choosing Footwear for a Workout Routine

    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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    • JANUARY 7, 2021
    Winter Fitness Wellness Tips

    Winter Fitness Wellness Tips

    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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    • DECEMBER 31, 2020
    Start Your Footcare on the Right Track

    Start Your Footcare on the Right Track

    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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    • DECEMBER 24, 2020
    History of the Christmas Stocking

    History of the Christmas Stocking

    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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    • DECEMBER 17, 2020
    High Heel Hangover Remedies

    High Heel Hangover Remedies

    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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    • DECEMBER 10, 2020
    How Dangerous is Skiing for My Feet?

    How Dangerous is Skiing for My Feet?

    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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    • DECEMBER 3, 2020
    Happy Feet-mas-kwan-akkah: Holiday Gifts for Your Feet

    Happy Feet-mas-kwan-akkah: Holiday Gifts for Your Feet

    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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    • NOVEMBER 26, 2020
    Raynaud’s Disease

    Raynaud’s Disease

    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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    • NOVEMBER 19, 2020
    Using Your Flexible Spending Account at the FAAWC

    Using Your Flexible Spending Account at the FAAWC

    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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    • NOVEMBER 12, 2020
    Avoid Winter Falls

    Avoid Winter Falls

    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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    • NOVEMBER 5, 2020
    Why Calluses Are Bad News for Diabetics

    Why Calluses Are Bad News for Diabetics

    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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    • OCTOBER 29, 2020
    The FAAWC Medicare Diabetic Shoe Program

    The FAAWC Medicare Diabetic Shoe Program

    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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    • OCTOBER 22, 2020
    Why Equinus May Be Causing Your Foot Problems

    Why Equinus May Be Causing Your Foot Problems

    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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    • OCTOBER 15, 2020
    Can I Wear High Heels When Pregnant?

    Can I Wear High Heels When Pregnant?

    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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    • OCTOBER 8, 2020
    The Truth About Going Barefoot

    The Truth About Going Barefoot

    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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    • OCTOBER 1, 2020
    Is My Child Experiencing “Growing Pains”?

    Is My Child Experiencing “Growing Pains”?

    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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    • SEPTEMBER 24, 2020
    7 Best Places for Walking in Delaware, Ohio

    7 Best Places for Walking in Delaware, Ohio

    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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    • SEPTEMBER 17, 2020
    How Shoes Affect Driving Performance

    How Shoes Affect Driving Performance

    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 10, 2020
    Why Do My Heels Hurt?

    Why Do My Heels Hurt?

    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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    • SEPTEMBER 3, 2020
    Balancing on Air—Peripheral Neuropathy & Falling

    Balancing on Air—Peripheral Neuropathy & Falling

    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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    • AUGUST 27, 2020
    Just the Facts: Gangrene & Feet

    Just the Facts: Gangrene & Feet

    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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    • AUGUST 20, 2020
    There’s No Gout About It

    There’s No Gout About It

    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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    • AUGUST 13, 2020
    Having Foot Pain First Thing in the Morning?

    Having Foot Pain First Thing in the Morning?

    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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    • AUGUST 6, 2020
    How To Buy Shoes Online

    How To Buy Shoes Online

    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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    • JULY 31, 2020
    The Truth About Leg Swelling

    The Truth About Leg Swelling

    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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    • JULY 23, 2020
    What Aging Does to Your Feet & Balance

    What Aging Does to Your Feet & Balance

    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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