Heel pain may occur on the bottom of the heel, or on its front or back, and may have many causes.

Sometimes a muscle imbalance causes a hammertoe, or a bending of the toe at the first joint.

Fungal toenails are contagious and you are vulnerable in public areas like swimming pools, showers, spas and locker rooms.

Injuries are the most common causes of foot and ankle fractures, especially during sports like basketball and football.

Foot odor, also called bromodosis, is a common condition caused by excessive sweat in the feet.

If conservative or non-invasive treatments do not work, your podiatrist will discuss surgery with you for many foot and ankle problems.

Flat foot is a common condition where the foot’s arch is flattened and the entire sole of the foot touches the ground when standing.

A podiatrist plays an important role on a patient’s diabetes management team due to the frequency of diabetic foot-related complications. Good foot care and frequent visits to the podiatrist are keys in preventing amputations.

Clubfoot can be several foot abnormalities that are congenital, or present at birth. The tendons in the baby’s foot are shorter and so the foot is out of position or twisted.

Calluses and Corns are skin growths that are caused by excess pressure and friction and can result from overuse, from an abnormal gait, and by wearing shoes that are either too tight or too loose.

A bunion is a bump on the base of the big toe joint. Bunions are caused when the bone at the joint moves and bends toward the other toes.

Blisters on the feet are usually caused by friction and can make wearing shoes and most activities painful.