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It’s that time of the year again when we trade in our sneakers and boots for flip-flops and let our feet breathe in the warm summer breeze. But before you start skipping around in those cute open-toed shoes, there’s one pesky problem that often rears its ugly head during this season: foot fungus.  Don’t let … Continue reading Beat the Summer Foot Fungus Blues: Keep Your Feet Dry and Happy

Our feet often go unnoticed and underappreciated. However, at North Texas Foot & Ankle, we see just how critical foot and ankle health is every single day. They bear the weight of our bodies, support us through countless steps, and let us participate in our favorite pastimes. However, foot health is frequently overlooked, leading to … Continue reading 5 Reasons You Should Prioritize the Health of Your Feet

No matter if you’re an Olympic sprinter or someone on-the-go, your ankles are critical to your mobility and overall health. At North Texas Foot & Ankle, we’ve seen how ankle instability can impact our patients’ lives. Here are a few signs of ankle instability, causes, and the importance of paying attention to your ankles.  Understanding … Continue reading Ankle Instability: Unpacking Why Your Weak Ankles Could be a Sign of Something More

Plantar fasciitis is a common condition that affects the plantar fascia, a thick band of tissue connecting the heel bone to the toes. It causes pain and discomfort in the heel or arch of the foot, making simple activities like walking or standing a challenge. While various treatments are available, stretching exercises play a crucial … Continue reading At-Home Stretches to Help with Plantar Fasciitis

With summer just around the corner, it’s time to break out those sandals and give your feet some well-deserved fresh air. However, it can be tricky to make sure your feet stay healthy and comfortable during this season of outdoor activities and warm weather. Neglecting foot care can lead to a host of issues like … Continue reading 5 Tips for Healthy Feet During the Summer

Roughly 37 million people in the US have diabetes. Of those millions, roughly half struggle with nervous system damage to their feet or hands caused by diabetes. This major complication means that diabetics have to take exceptional care of their feet. High blood sugar levels can cause nerve damage and poor blood flow, making it … Continue reading Foot and Ankle Care for People with Diabetes: Tips and Strategies for Maintaining Good Foot Health

Our feet and ankles allow us to get through a lot in our daily lives. They support our body weight, allow us to stand, walk, and run. They help us maintain balance and stability. Feet and ankles are also complex; each foot has 26 bones and 33 joints! Unfortunately, this means that foot and ankle … Continue reading 6 Signs It’s Time to Seek Professional Help from Foot and Ankle Specialists

As summer approaches, athletes should take extra precautions to keep their feet safe during training and competition. With warmer weather and outdoor activities, it’s important to protect your feet from injury and infection. Here are some tips on how athletes can keep their feet safe over the summer. Wear Proper Footwear  This should go without … Continue reading How Athletes Can Take Care of Their Feet This Summer

Summer is a time for sandals, flip-flops, and spending time outside. However, if you’re dealing with an ingrown toenail, wearing shoes can be painful and uncomfortable. Ingrown toenails can be caused by a variety of factors, including genetics, trauma to the nail, and poor nail care. Luckily, there are steps you can take to handle … Continue reading Tips for Handling Ingrown Toenails Before Summer & Sandal Season

The ankle joints are comprised of the articulation of the tibia, fibula, and talus. The top of the talus is aptly named for its shape and called the talas dome. As with all joints, the surfaces are covered with articular cartilage which is smooth and provides for efficient shock absorption and smooth movement between the … Continue reading How to Manage Talar Dome Lesions