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Diabetic Foot Care: A Simple Daily Routine That Protects Your Feet
If you have diabetes, a few minutes of daily foot care can make a real difference. Here is a simple routine and the warning signs that mean it is time to call a podiatrist.
Read more →Ingrown Toenails: How to Prevent Them and When to Get Help
Ingrown toenails are painful and surprisingly common. Here is how to lower your chances of getting one and how to know when it is time to see a podiatrist.
Read more →Bunions: When to Watch and When to Seek Help
A bunion does not always mean surgery. Here is how to tell the difference between a bunion you can manage at home and one worth having a podiatrist look at.
Read more →Morning Heel Pain: Why Those First Steps Hurt and What Can Help
That sharp heel pain with your first steps out of bed is one of the most common foot complaints we see. Here is what it usually means and the simple habits that can help.
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Maintaining Tendon and Ligament Health
When it comes to moving around comfortably and staying active, your tendons and ligaments play starring roles.
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Understanding Thickened Toenail Causes
If you've ever noticed your toenails getting thicker, tougher, or just plain harder to manage, you're not alone.
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Kendale Ritchey: Foot Health Specialist
When it comes to taking care of your feet, you want someone who truly understands the importance of foot health.
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Effective Treatments for Achilles Tendonitis
If you've ever felt that nagging pain just above your heel, you might be dealing with Achilles tendonitis.
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Say Goodbye to Ingrown Toenails
Ingrown toenails are a common problem for kids and teenagers. While ingrown toenails are rarely life threatening, at-home fixes can lead to complications.
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Top Tibial Tendon Strengthening Moves for Pain Relief
If you've ever felt a nagging ache along the inside of your ankle or noticed your foot flattening more than usual, your posterior tibial tendon might be waving a little red flag.
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Combating Diabetes is a Family Affair
National Diabetes Month this November serves as an excellent reminder that diabetes is a 'family disease' and all family members should take active roles.
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Protect Your Feet During Fall Yardwork
As you tackle your fall yardwork, make sure to follow these tips to keep your feet and ankles injury free.
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Tell Injuries to Take a Hike This Fall
Prepare for fall hikes with these tips to avoid heel pain, ankle sprains, and injuries while enjoying the changing seasons outdoors.
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Switch from Sandals to Shoes Safely
As you transition out of summer sandals and bare feet and into shoes and socks for the fall, keep in mind that this small change can cause big foot problems.
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Keep Your Young Athlete's Feet Safe
Sports seasons are ramping up for the fall and for young athletes this comes with an increase in foot and ankle injuries.
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Weekend Warriors: Watch Out for Overuse Injuries
If you're one to save your physical activities or workouts for the weekend—you may be at an increased risk of a foot or ankle injury.
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Athletes: Listen to Your Body
Athletes likely experience aches and pains over the course of a season, some worse than others.
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Summer Vacation Tips for Healthy Feet
Nothing ruins a summer vacation faster than a painful or injured foot. From the airport to your hotel room, there are steps you can take to prevent foot and ankle pain.
Read more →Pickleball Injuries on the Rise
Pickleball – the highly competitive sport with a funny name – combines elements of tennis, badminton and ping pong and has recently become popular.
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Watch Out for Old Injuries
After spending the long winter months cooped up inside, the first signs of spring always bring excitement and eagerness to get outside.
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Appointment Request Form: What to Know
When it comes to taking care of your feet and ankles, getting the right help quickly can make all the difference.
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Foot Safety for Home Projects
The cold weather is finally subsiding causing an uptick in home improvement projects. As we head into summer here are ways to keep your feet healthy and protected.
Read more →Meet Dr. Ritchey: Expert Podiatrist
When it comes to your feet and ankles, you deserve care that's both expert and kind. That's where Dr. Ritchey steps in.
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How to Get Rid of Toenail Fungus: Treatment Options in Knoxville, TN
Nail fungus is one of those pesky problems we commonly treat for patients in Knoxville, TN. It's not just about looks, it can cause discomfort and even pain if left untreated.
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Don't Let Foot Pain Slow Your Springtime Walk
While spring is a perfect time to begin a walking program, for some, foot pain can make walking difficult, if not impossible.
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Foot Fractures Can Signal Osteoporosis
Unexplained foot pain or foot fracture can actually be an early sign of osteoporosis, a bone-thinning disease that weakens bones.
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Prepare for Spring Walkathons to Avoid Foot and Ankle Injuries
As the long winter winds down, you might be anxious to sign up for a spring charity walk. Long-distance walking can result in pain or injury without preparation.
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High Ankle vs Lateral Ankle Sprains: What's the Difference?
Ankle sprains may be one of the most common injuries, but they are also frequently misdiagnosed.
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Swapping Foot Fractures for Vitamin D
Winter always means shorter, colder days with limited sunlight, which makes it harder to maintain healthy vitamin D levels.
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Winter Tips for Diabetic Foot Care
Winter can be dangerous for your feet if you're living with diabetes. Colder temperatures mixed with poor blood circulation and possible nerve damage make your feet vulnerable.
Read more →Say Goodbye to Ingrown Toenails
Ingrown toenails are a common problem for kids and teenagers. While ingrown toenails are rarely life threatening, at-home fixes can lead to complications.
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Keep Your Feet Safe at the Gym in the New Year
The New Year is a time of renewed motivation and new beginnings, and a lot of resolutions start at the gym.
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'Tis the Season for a Mid-Year Foot Check
The school year is halfway over, and it's a perfect time to check your child's feet. Did you know that a child's feet can grow up to two sizes in six months?
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Tips for Healthy Holiday Feet
Don't let sore, achy feet ruin your holiday parties this year. Follow these five tips to keep your feet healthy and happy.
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Have You Heard of a Lisfranc Injury?
Few have heard of a Lisfranc injury, but if it is not detected early on, it can result in severe long-term complications to the foot.
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Why You Should Not Put Off Elective Surgeries
Everyone is different when dealing with pain or managing an injury, but when it comes to putting off treatment of a foot and ankle condition, there comes a time when you can't put it off any longer.
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Do Arches Really Fall?
Many adults complain of having painful feet due to 'fallen arches,' but is it true that years of wear and tear on the feet can actually cause arches to flatten over time?
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Make the Switch from Sandals to Shoes Safely
As you transition from summer sandals and bare feet to shoes and socks for the fall, keep in mind that this change can cause foot problems.
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Got Heel Pain?
Many suffer from heel pain, but few know how to treat it. Heel pain is your foot's way of telling you something is not right.
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Hit the Trails Safely
Hiking is a great way to get exercise and fresh air while experiencing the beauty of changing seasons.
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Runners: Stress Fractures Can Slow You Down
With the growing popularity of marathon running, we are seeing more patients with stress fractures of the foot, especially in first-time marathoners.
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Keep Young Athletes Injury Free
Athletic seasons ramp up in the fall for young athletes and with this comes an increase in foot and ankle injuries.
Read more →True or False?
Summertime fun can bring summertime injuries, including broken toes and fractured feet. And what you've heard about these injuries isn't always true.
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Safety Tips for a Barefoot Summer
Whether you're walking on the beach, wandering your local park or enjoying your own backyard, going barefoot is one of the many simple pleasures of summertime.
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Fix Your Feet to Improve Your Golf Swing
This summer when you head to your favorite golf course, if your feet aren't up to par, your score probably won't be either.
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Avoid Running Injuries
Taking a run can be great for your mental and physical health, however if during a run you start to feel like you have something bunched up under the ball of your foot, it could be a Morton's neuroma.
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Summer Footwear Creates New Problems
Summertime brings on warmer temps and the switch from heavier footwear to sandals and flip flops. The lack of arch support can trigger plantar fasciitis.
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Travel Tips for Preventing Deep Vein Thrombosis
With the travel season in full swing and temperatures start to warm up, everyone is booking their summer trips. Long car or plane rides put you at risk for a Deep Vein Thrombosis.
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Is Your Job Tough on Your Feet?
Many occupations are hard on the feet, and visits to our office for work-related foot problems are on the rise.
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Sunscreen on Your Feet
Many people do not think about their feet when applying sunscreen, but did you know that the skin on your feet is highly susceptible to melanoma and other forms of skin cancer?
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Beat the Heat with Healthy Summer Feet
Summer is the time for picnics, pool parties and playing outside—not foot pain. Follow these ten tips for keeping your feet healthy and comfortable.
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4 Must-Know Facts About Athlete's Foot
On any given day, 20% of Americans are infected with tinea pedis. Here are key facts about athlete's foot.
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Be Aware: Summer Footwear Creates New Problems
Summertime brings warmer weather and a shift to sandals and flip flops. However, inadequate arch support can strain the plantar fascia, triggering plantar fasciitis.
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Healthy Feet Can Reduce Seniors' Risk of Falling
Among older Americans, falls are the number one cause of injuries and death from injury, according to the CDC.
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Is Foot Pain Ruining Your Golf Swing?
As you head to your favorite golf course this spring, make sure your feet are in shape before approaching the tee box.
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Tackling Big Toe Pain
Your big toe is an important part of the body. It helps keep our balance, bends with each step we take, and gets jammed with any quick stops or twisting motion.
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Spring Is Here — Don't Let Foot Pain Slow You Down
Warm weather gives us a great time to get ourselves up off the couch and get on our way to better health. Don't let foot pain slow you down.
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Travel Tips for Preventing Deep Vein Thrombosis
Long car or plane rides put you at risk for a Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT). A DVT occurs when a blockage or blood clot forms in veins deep in the leg.
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10 Vacation Tips for Healthy Feet
Nothing ruins a summer vacation faster than a painful or injured foot, but a few simple steps can help keep your feet safe and injury-free.
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Don't Let Bunions Become a Pain
A bunion is a bump on the side of the big toe that reflects changes in the foot's bony framework, causing the big toe to lean inward.
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Keep Kids' Feet and Ankles Safe During Spring Sports
Competitive youth sports often require many athletes to transition from winter activities to spring activities without considering the increased risk of incurring a foot or ankle injury.
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Switch from Sandals and Shoes Safely
As you transition out of summer sandals and bare feet and into shoes and socks for the fall, keep in mind that this small change can cause big foot problems.
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Common Foot Care Myths Debunked
Healthy feet happen when you have the facts, but you'd never believe how many old wives' tales and myths exist about foot care.
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