Conditions We Treat

Arthritis is the inflammation of one or more joints, causing pain and stiffness. There are two main types of arthritis: osteoarthritis, which causes the cartilage (cushioning) in the joints to break down, and rheumatoid, an autoimmune disorder that targets a joints lining.

A bunion is a “bump” on the joint at the base of the big toe that forms when the bone or tissue at the big toe joint moves out of place. The toe is forced to bend toward the others, causing an often painful lump of bone on the foot. Because this joint carries a lot of the body's weight while walking, bunions can cause extreme pain if left untreated and even making wearing shoes difficult or impossible.

Corns and calluses are areas of thickened skin that develop to protect that area from irritation. They occur when something rubs against the foot repeatedly or causes excess pressure against part of the foot.

Dry skin (xerosis) is common and can get worse if you wear open-back shoes, gain weight, or have increased friction from the back of shoes.

Diabetic foot infections (DFI) are one of the most common diabetes-related causes of hospitalization in the United States. Conditions of wound infection, poor circulation, nerve disease, and kidney disease frequently complicate this condition.

A diabetic foot ulcer is an open sore or wound that can occur in patients with diabetes and is commonly located on the bottom of the foot. Ulcers that become infected, result in most patients having to be hospitalized, increase the risk of potential lower extremity amputation and in extreme cases, may cause death.

Flat foot is a condition in which the entire sole of the foot touches the floor when standing. Some are born with flat fleet while others may get flat fleet from an injury.

A foot or ankle sprain is a soft tissue injury. Most often, a sprain occurs when an injury pulls, stretches, or tears the ligaments that connect bone to bone. A fracture is actually a break in the bone. Many breaks and sprains occur during sports. Tripping or stumbling on uneven ground is another common cause of foot and ankle sprains and fractures. Symptoms of a sprained or broken foot or ankle include pain, swelling, bruising, and difficulty walking on the affected foot or ankle.

A hammer toe is a bent smaller toe, sometimes swollen and painful.

Heel pain, sometimes disabling, can occur in the front, back, or bottom of the heel (arch). Causes of heel pain include heel spurs, plantar fasciitis, or Achilles tendinitis,

High arch is an arch that is raised more than normal. High arch is usually caused by a bone or nerve condition. Highly arched feet tend to be painful, because more stress is placed on the section of the foot between the ankle and toes.

Ingrown nails are nails whose corners or sides dig painfully into the soft tissue of nail grooves, often leading to irritation, redness, and swelling. You should see a podiatrist immediately if any drainage or excessive redness is present around the toenail.

Nerves carry messages between the brain and the parts of the body. Sensory nerves carry messages regarding feelings – pressure, pain, and temperature, while motor nerves help the body move. Nerves in the hands, fingers, and wrists are fragile and can be damaged through pressure, stretching, cutting, or any injury to the body.

A neuroma, also called a “pinched nerve” or a nerve tumor is a non-cancerous growth of nerve tissue. It is usually found between the third and fourth toes. It brings on pain, a burning sensation, tingling, or numbness between the toes and in the ball of the foot.

Peripheral neuropathy is a very common condition that has been estimated to affect 1 in 4 Americans. It occurs when there is injury to the nerves in the body, usually the ones furthest from the brain, which includes to toes, feet, and fingers. Peripheral neuropathy has a very wide variety of causes, such as diabetes, vitamin B12 deficiency, folic acid deficiency, hypothyroidism, and autoimmune disorders. It is important for patients to seek evaluation for peripheral neuropathy because if a cause is identified, it may be amenable to treatment. In addition, there are many treatment options available to reduce the symptoms of peripheral neuropathy and improve a patient’s quality of life.

Psoriasis is a skin condition characterized by dry, whitish patches on the skin. In people who have psoriasis, new cells move to the surface so rapidly that the dead cells build up on the surface.

The skin is the largest organ in our body, and is made up of two major layers (epidermis and dermis), as well as various types of cells. The top (or outer) layer of the skin, the epidermis, is composed of three types of cells: flat, scaly cells on the surface called squamous cells; round cells called basal cells; and melanocytes, cells that provide skin its color and protect against skin damage. The inner layer of the skin, the dermis, is the layer that contains the nerves, blood vessels, and sweat glands. Skin cancer is a disease in which cancerous (malignant) cells are found in the outer layers of your skin.

A sprained ankle occurs when the strong ligaments that support the ankle stretch beyond their limits and tear. Ankle sprains are common injuries that occur among people of all ages. They range from mild to severe, depending upon how much damage there is to the ligaments.

Sweaty feet are a common disorder in which the sweat glands of the feet produce excessive sweat. People with this condition usually have a genetic predisposition or are under stress.

Toenail fungus, or onychomycosis, is an infection underneath the surface of the nail caused by fungi.