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It’s time for kids to get back to school, and that means it’s also time to start searching for the right school shoes. Do your child’s summer shoes still fit? The start of a new school year is still a good time to invest in a new pair of kicks for the kiddos. But not just...

Do you have to switch up foot care in summer? And are there tricks and tips to help you score pretty summer toenails? With summer in full swing now, you do need to make some adjustments to your regular foot care routine. Otherwise, the weather and range of outdoor, active...

Shoe inserts are a popular purchase for runners, athletes, and anyone who just wants to walk with less pain. And, as a conservative option, these inserts are a great way to address many different foot and ankle conditions. When it comes to orthotics or insoles, which do...

Heel pain in kids is a common problem—but that doesn’t mean it’s a sign of ‘normal’ growing pains.  Instead, the discomfort may be caused by one of several conditions. Now, the most common cause of heel pain in children is Sever’s disease. But Achilles tendinitis, plantar...

Whether you’re working up to a 5K or already training for the BMW Dallas Marathon, your podiatrist in DeSoto, TX wants to make sure your feet make it through to the finish line—without pain or injury! Want to keep your training on track without getting sidelined by...

Here’s a shocking fact: wearing supportive shoes could be the most important decision you make for your feet. Unless your shoes support your feet properly, you’ll face a domino effect of problems, starting with pain but possibly escalating to chronic conditions or even fractures. Want to protect your feet and keep walking comfortably? Read this post to learn how to pick the perfect shoes for any activity. But first, let’s get a closer look at what happens when you decide to wear shoes that aren’t supportive.

Whether you’re a teacher, a retail representative, or anyone else who spends long hours standing on the job, it’s very important to protect your feet. When you must stand all day, whether, for work or travel, you’re at risk for so many problems, including arch and heel...

What is Onychomycosis? Onychomycosis or toenail fungus is an infection that develops beneath the surface of your nail. Once infected, your toenail can change colors, thicken and crumble. Since fungus is so infectious, a single infected nail can spread, leaving you with...

There are many types of foot arthritis that can attack the 26 bones and 33 joints in your feet. From gout to osteoarthritis and psoriatic arthritis, these painful conditions can leave you looking for pain relief.
But how can you relieve the pain of arthritis? Unfortunately, you can’t cure this condition. Still, there are ways we can manage arthritis pain and possibly slow down disease progression. So, stick with your podiatrist in DeSoto, TX for tips on protecting yourself from the pain of foot arthritis.