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Toenail fungus, commonly known as onychomycosis, is a fungal infection that can spread from one toenail to another, as well as to the skin on the feet and other parts of the body. The fungus can easily be spread from one person to another through contact with infected items such as socks and nail clippers. … Continue reading Options for Treating Toenail Fungus

We’ve all got that one friend who insists that it’s OK to wear flip-flops and shorts year-round. Truth be told, it’s really not a good decision for maintaining feet and ankle health. The wellbeing of your feet and ankles in the winter is often forgotten, often resulting in injuries and illness. We suggest the following … Continue reading Tips for Protecting Your Feet and Ankles in the Winter

The holiday season is upon us. Along with all the festivities, the unpredictability of inclement weather is also ushered in. The arrival of the winter season typically brings plummeting temperatures, snow and ice which can cause common winter foot injuries and most are actually avoidable. North Texas Foot & Ankle wants you to avoid winter … Continue reading Common Winter Foot Injuries and How to Avoid Them

Did you spend another summer keeping your toes hidden from the world? Did you skip trips to the beach and decline invitations to the pool? Have your toenails become so discolored and brittle that you are embarrassed to have anyone see them? North Texas Foot and Ankle is pleased to inform you that we offer … Continue reading How the HYPERBLUE Plus Nail Laser Treats Toe Fungus

Bunions are one of the most common foot ailments that humans can suffer from. A bunion occurs when the first long bone of the forefoot shifts, causing the big toe to shift towards the remaining toes. This results in the bony bump that seemingly grows on the joint at the base of your big toe. … Continue reading Why Bunion Correctors are Bad

Trimming your toenails may seem like a fairly simple chore to accomplish. Your parents did it for you from the time you were an infant until you were able to take over the task.  Many people however, don’t know the correct way to trim toenails to help keep their feet healthy and looking their best. … Continue reading How to Trim Your Toenails

From the time we take our first small steps, we are dependent on our ankles to provide us with the stability needed to keep walking. There’s an enormous amount of pressure placed on the ankles that we never give a second thought. That is, until we roll, strain, or break an ankle.  Chronic Ankle Instability … Continue reading When You Need to Worry About Ankle Instability

Extracorporeal Pulse Activation Therapy is advanced, FDA-approved, non-invasive, treatment for those suffering from musculoskeletal pain virtually anywhere in the body. What is this advanced technology, and is it worth investigating? North Texas Foot and Ankle is confident that it can be life-changing for those suffering from foot and ankle pain. How does it work? EPAT® … Continue reading How Non-Invasive EPAT® Can Promote Healing

Despite our best efforts, there is no way to escape the aging process. Most people anticipate a few more aches and pains, additional wrinkles, thinning or receding hairlines, and probably putting on a few extra pounds. With society’s focus on the population keeping up a youthful appearance and keeping fit and trim, people watch what … Continue reading How Foot Care Changes as We Age

Bummer! You have a foot injury. However, this doesn’t mean the end of all your physical activity! In fact, you can stay active even if you have a serious injury, such as a broken ankle. Always talk to your podiatrist about your plans so they can help you mitigate any potential risks. Don’t feel as … Continue reading How to Stay Active Even If You Have a Foot or Ankle Injury