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Blog Archives - Page 20 of 53 - Kevin J. Powers, DPM

Take Five, and Give Your Feet a Break

People who work all day on their feet can experience throbbing, painful feet at the end of a shift. Along with putting your feet up during...
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Are Bunions Affecting Your Everyday Life?

Have you noticed a bony protrusion on the side of your big toe? If so, you...
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HPV and Plantar Warts

Plantar warts are caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV). They occur on the sole of the feet—most typically on the balls of the feet, heels, and...
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What to Do When Foot Wounds Won’t Heal

Foot wounds, or ulcers, occur when the outer layers of the skin are damaged, thus exposing the deeper tissues of the feet. Ulcers can form due to wearing shoes...
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What Can a Doppler Ultrasound Detect?

If your podiatrist suspects that you have poor circulation in your lower limbs they may suggest having a Doppler ultrasound exam performed. A Doppler ultrasound is an imaging study...
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Easing the Growing Pains of Sever’s Disease

Sever’s Disease may be considered by some to be a “growing pain” of sorts for several reasons. First, it occurs in growing children when the Achilles...
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Are You Suffering From Ingrown Toenails?

If left untreated, an ingrown toenail can lead to more serious concerns, such as an infection....
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Diabetes and Children

The summer months is a common time for diabetic families to inquire about proper foot health. Children with diabetes may walk barefoot outside, and a foot infection...
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Risk Factors and Symptoms of Plantar Fasciitis

The thick and fibrous band of tissue that runs along the bottom of the foot connecting the heel bone to the front of your foot is known as the plantar fascia. Inflammation of the...
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Why Is Podiatry So Important for Older Adults?

Foot pain is difficult for anyone to deal with, particularly for elderly patients who may already be experiencing challenges with mobility. There are many factors that cause immobility in...
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