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Leonora Fihman, DPM

Our podiatrist, Leonora Fihman, DPM, provides excellent podiatric care to all her patients.

12/02/2025

Poor circulation occurs when blood flow through the vessels becomes limited, reducing the oxygen and nutrients that reach the feet. This issue affects the feet because they are the farthest from the heart and rely on strong vascular health for proper function. Signs of poor circulation include numbn...

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11/28/2025

Bunions can be treated.

Read more: https://www.drfihman.com/component/k2/item/1320-are-bunions-affecting-your-everyday-life

11/25/2025

Ehlers-Danlos syndrome is a rare genetic condition that affects the body’s connective tissues, leading to loose joints, fragile skin, and reduced structural support. When it involves the feet, it can cause ankle instability, flat feet, chronic pain, and frequent sprains due to weakened ligaments. Sy...

Read more: https://www.drfihman.com/component/k2/item/1319-ehlers-danlos-syndrome-and-its-impact-on-foot-health

11/18/2025

Morton's neuroma is a painful condition affecting the ball of the foot, typically between the third and fourth toes. It is not a true neuroma but can be debilitating, causing numbness, burning, or tingling. The condition often develops due to chronic trauma from repetitive pressure or activity,...

Read more: https://www.drfihman.com/component/k2/item/1317-possible-causes-for-morton-s-neuroma

11/11/2025

A diabetic foot ulcer is an open sore or wound that develops on the foot due to complications from diabetes. High blood sugar levels can damage nerves and reduce circulation, increasing the risk of ulcers. The three main types are neuropathic ulcers caused by loss of sensation, ischemic ulcers from...

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11/04/2025

As people age, maintaining proper foot care can become increasingly difficult. Reduced flexibility, limited vision, and decreased strength make tasks such as trimming nails, washing, and inspecting feet challenging. Dry skin, calluses, and foot deformities are more common, and underlying conditions...

Read more: https://www.drfihman.com/component/k2/item/1313-challenges-of-foot-self-care-in-older-adults

10/29/2025

Ingrown toenails can be treated.

Read more: https://www.drfihman.com/component/k2/item/1311-are-you-suffering-from-ingrown-toenails

10/28/2025

Plantar fasciitis is a common inflammation of the tissue connecting your heel to your toes. This condition can turn even a simple walk into a painful challenge. Walking with it often feels like a sharp, burning sensation deep in the heel, particularly after sitting or first getting out of bed. The p...

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10/21/2025

Rheumatoid arthritis often affects the small joints of the feet, leading to pain, stiffness, and deformity that can make walking difficult. Inflammation can weaken ligaments and change the alignment of the toes and arches, increasing pressure in certain areas and raising the risk of corns, calluses,...

Read more: https://www.drfihman.com/component/k2/item/1308-protecting-foot-health-in-people-with-rheumatoid-arthritis

10/14/2025

Scleroderma is a rare condition that causes the skin and connective tissue to thicken and tighten. When it affects the lower limbs, it can create a number of challenges. Skin on the legs and feet may feel tight, shiny, or hard, which can limit flexibility and make walking uncomfortable. Swelling sur...

Read more: https://www.drfihman.com/component/k2/item/1306-scleroderma-and-its-impact-on-the-legs-and-feet

10/07/2025

Strong, flexible feet are essential for balance and overall mobility. The alphabet exercise involves sitting and tracing the alphabet in the air with your toes to improve ankle flexibility. The towel scrunch is done by placing a towel on the floor and using your toes to pull it toward you to strengt...

Read more: https://www.drfihman.com/component/k2/item/1304-training-your-feet-for-better-function

09/30/2025

Flat feet in children occur when the arches of the feet are lower than normal or absent, affecting foot function and posture. Causes include genetics, ligament laxity, or developmental delays. There are two main types of flat feet which are flexible flat feet, where the arch appears when standing on...

Read more: https://www.drfihman.com/component/k2/item/1302-causes-of-flat-feet-in-children

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5400 Balboa Boulevard #325
Encino, CA
91316

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm
Saturday	9am - 2pm

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+18187981919

Website

https://www.drfihman.com/

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Leonora Fihman, DPM

Our podiatrist, Leonora Fihman, DPM, provides excellent podiatric care to all her patients. Located in Encino, California she treats a variety of ailments such as heel pain, ingrown toenails, trauma, and wound care amongst many other conditions. She also provides a special procedure for bunions known as the FastForward™ Bunion Correction System. This procedure corrects the bunion, while still preserving and protecting the bone anatomy. Patients are even able to walk immediately afterward in a surgical boot with very minimum downtime.

Our practice accepts most insurance plans and welcomes new patients. If you have any questions, or would like to schedule an appointment, please call our office today! (818) 798-1919

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