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Blog Archives - Page 17 of 53 - Kevin J. Powers, DPM

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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Reminder: When Was the Last Time…?

Custom orthotics, or shoe inserts, should be periodically replaced. Orthotics must fit properly to give you the...
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Can the Inside of My Ankle Break?

The bony bump on the inside of your ankle is actually the end of your tibia bone. This anatomical region of the tibia is known as the medial malleolus...
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Are All Bunions Treated the Same Way?

A bump, or bunion, on the inside of the big toe is caused by an outward protrusion of the bones at the base of the big...
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What Causes Heel Spurs?

Heel spurs can form when calcium deposits create bony protrusions on the heel bone.  Over time, these deposits develop due to issues such as arthritis or inflammation of...
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Why Is My Big Toe Suddenly Painful?

There are several different types of arthritis that can affect the feet, including gout. This painful condition is brought on by an overabundance of uric acid...
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Arthroscopy for the Ankle

Arthroscopy is a “keyhole” or minimally invasive surgical procedure podiatric surgeons use for viewing and making repairs inside the ankle joint without making large incisions or...
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Why Live with Pain and Numbness in Your Feet?

Suffering from this type of pain? You may have the foot condition known as Morton's neuroma....
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How Do Ankle Sprains Occur?

Ankle sprains are one of the most common injuries to occur during sports. Ankle sprains develop when ligaments that connect the bones in the foot, ankle, or lower leg become stretched or torn. This generally...
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