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Family Foot & Ankle Care offers the utmost comprehensive foot and ankle care to all their patients.

12/30/2025

Foot pain in seniors can signal problems in the feet, toes, or ankles that should not be ignored. Years of walking, weight gain, and wearing shoes with inadequate support often strain the joints and soft tissues. This can lead to sharp pain rather than simple soreness. Stress fractures, persistent h...

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12/23/2025

A bunion can lead to steady pain at the base of the big toe, especially when the bump grows larger as the toe shifts toward the second toe. When wider shoes or protective pads no longer reduce discomfort, surgery to correct the deformity may be considered. Reasons for choosing bunion surgery include...

Read more: https://www.footcareofillinois.com/component/k2/item/1073-reasons-for-having-bunion-surgery.html

12/16/2025

Toenail fungus is an infection that develops when microscopic organisms grow beneath or on the nail, leading to gradual changes in appearance and comfort. The nail may become thick, discolored, brittle, or crumbly, and, in some cases a foul odor or lifting of the nail can occur. Risk factors include...

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12/12/2025

You don't have to live with gout pain.

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$An avulsion fracture occurs when a small piece of bone is pulled away by a tendon or ligament after a sudden force or tw...$

12/09/2025

An avulsion fracture occurs when a small piece of bone is pulled away by a tendon or ligament after a sudden force or twisting motion. In the foot, these injuries can affect several areas. The most frequent type involves the fifth metatarsal, located on the outer edge of the foot, often resulting fr...

Read more: https://www.footcareofillinois.com/component/k2/item/1068-types-of-avulsion-fractures-in-the-foot.html

12/02/2025

Morton’s neuroma is a painful condition that affects the ball of the foot, most often between the third and fourth toes. It occurs when the tissue around one of the nerves leading to the toes thickens due to irritation or pressure. Common causes include wearing tight or high heeled shoes, repetitive...

Read more: https://www.footcareofillinois.com/component/k2/item/1066-the-unseen-pain-of-morton-s-neuroma.html

11/25/2025

Sever’s disease is a common cause of heel pain in active children and adolescents, especially during growth spurts when the heel bone develops faster than the surrounding muscles and tendons. This condition is caused by inflammation of the growth plate at the back of the heel, often triggered by rep...

Read more: https://www.footcareofillinois.com/component/k2/item/1064-understanding-sever-s-disease-in-growing-feet.html

$An ankle sprain and a fracture can feel very similar, making it easy to mistake one for the other. Both ankle injuries c...$

11/18/2025

An ankle sprain and a fracture can feel very similar, making it easy to mistake one for the other. Both ankle injuries cause pain, swelling, and bruising, but a fracture involves a break in one or more bones. Fractures of the talus, fibula, or calcaneus bones can occur from a twisting injury, fall,...

Read more: https://www.footcareofillinois.com/component/k2/item/1062-mistaking-an-ankle-sprain-and-a-fracture.html

11/12/2025

Bunions can be treated.

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11/11/2025

Bone spurs in the feet, also called osteophytes, form when the body produces extra calcium in response to stress, friction, or inflammation. These growths are not always painful, but they can interfere with nearby tissues and cause discomfort. Heel spurs are one of the most common types. They develo...

Read more: https://www.footcareofillinois.com/component/k2/item/1059-types-of-bone-spurs-in-the-feet.html

10/07/2025

Pregnancy can have a significant impact on the feet, ankles, and toes due to both physical and hormonal changes. As body weight increases, the added pressure shifts the center of gravity forward, placing extra strain on the feet and ankles. This can cause discomfort and contribute to swelling, often...

Read more: https://www.footcareofillinois.com/component/k2/item/1057-how-pregnancy-can-affect-the-feet.html

09/30/2025

Heel pain is a common problem that can interfere with walking, exercise, and daily activities. The discomfort may be caused by conditions such as plantar fasciitis, heel spurs, tendonitis, or nerve irritation. Because the heel supports much of the body’s weight, even minor issues can become persiste...

Read more: https://www.footcareofillinois.com/component/k2/item/1055-getting-to-the-root-of-heel-pain.html

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Weiss Memorial Hospital 4646 N Marine Drive Suite A5100
Chicago, IL
60640

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