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Wearing shoes and boots that are too tight can have numerous adverse effects on both short-term comfort and long-term health. While it may seem like a minor inconvenience initially, this practice can lead to serious issues over time. One of the most obvious consequences of tight shoes is discomfort. The...

 A year ago today Tiger Woods was forced to withdraw from The Masters due to his Plantar Fasciitis. This is one of the most common conditions causing heel pain. It involves inflammation of the plantar fascia — a tough, fibrous band of tissue that runs along the sole of the...

Tips for Healthy and Happy Spring Feet It's time to transition your feet from heavy winter shoes and boots to lighter footwear. To make sure your feet are ready for sneakers or sandals, there are a few tips to keep in mind.  Exfoliate and Moisturize: After being bundled up in...

So you're having foot issues and need to find a food doctor near you? Well, consider a few things as a part of your search. Our feet are easily neglected even though they are two of the most neglected parts of your body. It's easy to take them for granted...

Fungal nails can be a persistent and unsightly condition that affects 10-20% of the population. Imagine the scenario: you're gearing up for a relaxing day at the beach, ready to soak up the sun and enjoy the soothing sound of the waves. However, the presence of fungal nails may cause...

Winter brings its own set of challenges for foot health. Cold temperatures, wet conditions, and winter footwear can tough on your feet. Besides keeping your feet cozy and warm, it's important to pay close attention to their well being by following a comprehensive foot care routine. First, keeping your feet...

Custom orthotics are built specifically for the contours of your foot. Over-the-counter inserts, which can provide modest support. Custom orthotics are designed for your foot based on a detailed analysis of your foot structure, arch type, and gait. This personalized approach ensures that the orthotics address your specific issues, whether...

A red, sore toenail is a clear indicator of an ingrown toenail. Pressure can worsen the pain. It may bleed, skin might grow over the toenail, pus-filled blisters may form, and it can become infected. If you believe you have an ingrown toenail that’s infected, seek immediate treatment before it...

Nail fungus is a common condition that may cause your nail to discolor, thicken, and crumble around the edges. Routinely nail fungus is treated for aesthetic reasons, but in many cases it can result in a painful situation.  What is nail fungus anyway? It is called onychomycosis; when it infects...

Not everyone is born with perfect feet. Even if they start out that way, as your life changes, so do your feet. Certain shoe styles, medical conditions like diabetes, and certainly those healthy activities you participate in to benefit your overall health can contribute to changing foot conditions.  If you...

Remember This Little Piggy? That nursery rhyme about your toes?This little piggy went to market,This little piggy stayed home,This little piggy had roast beef,This little piggy had none.This little piggy went… Wee, wee, wee,all the way home! All piggies accounted for! Most of us start taking that for granted soon after...

Careful preparation before any kind of foot or ankle surgery is crucial to a comfortable recovery. The healing process often requires a cast or brace, so we recommend planning ahead whenever possible. Remember that your day-to-day life will be affected during the recovery time. We’ve put together a list of...

September is a busy month in St. Louis for races, so now is the time to find the right shoes if you’re a runner. Proper shoe selection may be the most important thing you can do for your feet. A bad shoe fit can can cause black toenails, pinched-nerve pain,...

Today we’re talking about how to detect, treat and how not to treat the common nuisance of plantar warts. Do not try to pick, cut or grind the wart away. Doing so can cause other warts to appear elsewhere on your foot or fingers. Many plantar warts eventually recede on...

Summer is in full swing and as you get back to playing golf, hiking, swimming etc., you may find that foot pain is impairing your movement. Don’t assume relief requires surgery. Some of the most common foot ailments stiffen joints and can cause tissue and nerve damage in your toes,...

Summer has finally arrived which means it’s fungus season in St. Louis! While it may not be what you’ve been looking forward to in the warmer months, athlete’s foot is much more common in warm weather. And no, you don’t have to be an athlete to get it. Athlete’s foot...

At Foot Healers, we get a lot of patients who come in for minor foot ailments but go to an orthopedic surgeon if they suffer a more severe foot injury. They don’t realize our own doctors of podiatric medicine (DPMs) can offer the same surgery and likely have more experience...

Here at Foot Healers we know it’s tempting to put off seeing a doctor about an injured foot. We’ve heard every excuse: “I don’t have the time.” “It doesn’t hurt that bad.” “It’s fine, I have ice at home.” And our personal favorite, “I don’t wanna be stuck wearing that...

If you or a loved one has ever had an ingrown toenail, you know how painful and miserable it can be. We’re in the business of treating ingrown toenails — which is pretty cool because that means we relieve pain and misery. But as we write this email, we have...

Not all foot treatment options are the same. At Foot Healers, we staff our stores with DPMs — Doctors of Podiatric Medicine. We meet a lot of patients who come to us after going to another store for foot treatment — the grocery store for Dr. Scholl’s or other stores...

When it comes to toenail fungus, out of sight should not mean out of mind.  Sure, the cozy wool socks may keep that fungus out of sight, but you have to start treating it now if you want to have fungus-free feet come sandal-season. It can take six months or longer to start...

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(FAKE) NEW ALERT – JANUARY 2017 President-elect Donald Trump will issue an executive order on his first day in office to declare January National Heel Pain Awareness Month, according to unnamed sources affiliated with his transition team. While we at Foot Healers think this may be fake news, we agree that January...