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Blog Archives - Page 16 of 53 - Kevin J. Powers, DPM

What Is Foot Drop?

Foot drop refers to the difficulty in lifting the front part of the foot, sometimes causing it to drag on the ground as you walk. Foot drop is not a condition in and of itself, it can be caused by...
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Do You Have Athlete’s Foot?

If you notice a rash on the skin of your feet, mainly between the toes, that is red, itchy, scaly or dry, it may be a sign of a...
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How To Best Protect Your Child’s Developing Feet

The bones in your child’s feet will develop over time— from the cartilage they were born with to ossified bones that are fully formed around the...
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Foot Stretches for Walking Pain

Walking can be a great exercise, but sometimes it can be difficult to complete when it leaves your feet sore and aching. Fortunately, walking-related foot pain can be reduced by
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The Diabetic Foot

Diabetes is a systemic condition. This means that it affects the whole body, including the feet. Foot problems that stem from diabetes include peripheral neuropathy, a...
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Heel Pain Can Be Treated!

Do you suffer from heel pain when you get up in the morning? If so, you...
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Why Some People Sweat Excessively on Their Feet

Thermoregulation is the body’s process of maintaining its core internal temperature, which is typically between 98°F and 100°F. Sweating is one of the mechanisms the body uses to cool down because as sweat evaporates it cools the skin, which lowers our...
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Do I Need Surgery for a Broken Ankle?

A broken ankle may require surgery if the ankle is unstable and the bone that is broken is displaced. During the procedure, the surgeon realigns the...
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When Should I See a Doctor for Foot Warts?

Plantar warts are skin growths on the bottom of the foot that are caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV). Although these warts are not dangerous and typically go away...
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How Podiatrists Diagnose and Heal Plantar Fasciitis

 

The band of tissue on the bottom of the foot, called the plantar fascia, plays a very important role in your body. It attaches the front of the foot...
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