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Basic Foot Care Guidelines
posted: Jul. 17, 2018.
Foot care is something that is important to your overall well-being and is something that is often overlooked. There are some basic guidelines you can follow in order to keep Read moreCategory: Foot Care -
Could Orthotics Help Me?
posted: Jul. 12, 2018.
Orthotics are assistive devices that are inserted in shoes to help correct and prevent a number of common foot and ankle problems, like low arches or arthritis. Dr. Steven Vetter Read moreCategory: Foot Issues, Foot Care, Podiatry -
What You Can Do About Hammertoes
posted: Jul. 09, 2018.
When most people think about foot deformities they most often think about bunions; however, hammertoes are just as common. This unassuming deformity comes about gradually, so you may not even Read moreCategory: Foot Care -
How to Treat Your Bunions
posted: Jun. 27, 2018.
Although you've probably heard of bunions before, you might not be aware of what they are. You might not even realize you have them! At Oakton Foot & Ankle Center Read moreCategory: Foot Issues, Foot Care, Podiatry, Foot Conditions, Heel Pain -
Heel Pain Treatment Options
posted: Jun. 14, 2018.
Are you dealing with heel pain? If so, you aren’t alone. Foot pain, particularly heel pain, is one of the most common complaints and most people will deal with pain Read moreCategory: Foot Care -
Choose the Best Shoes and Socks for Your Child's Developing Feet
posted: Jun. 01, 2018.
While it might not be something you think about often (or at all), the health of your child’s feet is important. Your child is growing by leaps and bounds and Read moreCategory: Foot Care -
Taking Care of Aging Feet
posted: May 14, 2018.
As you age, it becomes even more important to take care of yourself, especially your feet. Foot health tends to decline in seniors for many reasons, including: ∙ Years of walking ∙ Improper footwear ∙ Poor circulation ∙ Diseases related Read moreCategory: Foot Care -
Are You Dealing With Bunions?
posted: Apr. 27, 2018.
What is a Bunion? Are you dealing with a bunion? A bunion is a protrusion of the bone at the base of the big toe. While a bunion may seem like Read moreCategory: Foot Care -
Flat Feet
posted: Apr. 17, 2018.
The arch structure of our feet determines how we walk, which means our arches need to be both sturdy and flexible in order to adjust to different walking surfaces. For Read moreCategory: Foot Care -
How to Minimize Diabetic Foot Problems
posted: Apr. 02, 2018.
People with diabetes are prone to foot problems, often developing from a combination of poor circulation and nerve damage. Damage to the nerves in the legs and feet diminishes skin Read moreCategory: Foot Care -
Corns and Calluses
posted: Mar. 16, 2018.
Corns and calluses are thick, hardened areas of skin that develop in response to your body's natural defense to repeated pressure or friction. While neither condition presents a long-term or Read moreCategory: Foot Care -
What Are Bunions?
posted: Mar. 05, 2018.
A bunion is an abnormal, bony prominence that develops on the joint at the base of your big toe. As the big toe joint becomes enlarged, it forces the toe Read moreCategory: Foot Care -
Bone Spurs
posted: Feb. 20, 2018.
Bone spurs, also known as osteophytes, can occur anywhere in the skeletal system, and the feet are no exception. Bone spurs are simply overgrowths of bone, which most commonly form Read moreCategory: Foot Care -
Athlete's Foot
posted: Feb. 13, 2018.
Athlete's foot is one of the most common fungal infections of the skin and is frequently seen in our office. Whether you've had it or not, it's important to understand Read moreCategory: Foot Care -
Relief for Painful Bunions
posted: Jan. 26, 2018.
If you have been suffering with painful bunions, relief is available. Several treatment options exist and a podiatrist can recommend which ones are right for you. For instance, surgical treatment removes the Read moreCategory: Foot Issues, Foot Care, Podiatry, Foot Conditions, Heel Pain -
How to Care for Flat Feet?
posted: Nov. 27, 2017.
What your foot doctor in Fairfax wants you to know Flat feet are a common complaint, especially as you age. You may have no symptoms, and if so, you may not Read moreCategory: Foot Issues, Foot Care, Podiatry, Foot Conditions, Heel Pain