Steven B. Overpeck, DPM / Foot and Ankle Health Center

03/05/2026

🌸 Spring Into Healthy Feet! 🌸
Spring is finally here (almost) — which means it will soon be time to swap out those boots for sandals and get back to walking, running, and enjoying the sunshine! ☀️👣
After a long winter, your feet may need a little extra care.

If you're experiencing:
✔️ Heel pain
✔️ Arch discomfort
✔️ Ingrown toenails
✔️ Thick or discolored nails
✔️ Diabetic foot concerns

Our team is here to help you step confidently into the new season!

Spring is the perfect time to:
🌿 Refresh your foot care routine
👟 Make sure your shoes are providing proper support
🩺 Schedule a check-up before summer activities begin
Healthy feet keep you moving — and we’re here to keep you active and pain-free all season long.

📞 Call us today to book your appointment!
📅 Appointments available now

03/02/2026

👣 Healthy Feet, Happy Life! 👣

Did you know that on average your feet carry you through 8,000–10,000 steps a day? With all that wear and tear, it’s important to keep them in tip-top shape! 🦶💪

At Foot and Ankle Health Center, we specialize in keeping your feet comfortable and pain-free. Whether it's bunions, plantar fasciitis, ingrown toenails, or anything else foot and ankle related – we've got you covered!

✨ Why Choose Us?

Comprehensive foot exams
Personalized treatment plans
Easy scheduling
Friendly and experienced team👨‍⚕️👩‍⚕️
Your foot health is our priority! Book your appointment today and take the first step toward better foot health.

📞 Call us at 815-730-8200 or visit jolietpodiatrist.com to schedule. Join the Foot and Ankle Health Center family!!

Foot and Ankle Health Center In Joliet & Channahon, IL Offer High-Quality & Comprehensive Podiatry Services To Keep Your Feet and Ankles Healthy. Call Us Today To Schedule!

03/02/2026

If heel pain has been a concern, schedule an appointment with the doctor who authored the definitive book on the subject. With outdoor season approaching, address your heel pain promptly!

12/31/2025

Happy New Year everyone!!
Goodbye 2025, Hello 2026!
Wishing everyone a happy, healthy year ahead!
We will be out of the office for the rest of the week.
We will be back in on Monday January 5th.

12/25/2025

From all of us at Foot and Ankle Health Center, have a very Merry Christmas! 🎄 🎅

11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving to all! We are especially thankful for our wonderful patients, to whom we are so grateful. We are so thankful to be able to do what we do everyday, care for the community. As our 19th year in Joliet (and 7th in Channahon) soon comes to a close, we take time to reflect and give thanks.
Also, please consider a donation to the homeless in this season of giving. Every donation can make a huge difference for someone in need. We are collecting non- perishable food items, and brand new socks. Donations can be dropped off at either location during normal business hours. There are 2 large donation bins located in the lobby of the Joliet location. Thank you!!!

11/12/2025

We still have 4 weeks left in our food and sock drive for the homeless. Please consider donating at either location until December 10th. 🎁👣🏠💖

11/11/2025

Thank you for your service!

11/07/2025

Highlighting one of our special patients, who just turned 98! Happy birthday, Hattie. Here's to many more!

So thankful for all of our patients, the spotlight this month is on Hattie, who just turned 98 last month!

11/06/2025

Most people never think about their arches until they start to ache.

They take the pounding quietly all day long, step after step, mile after mile.

But as the weather cools and we move into heavier shoes and boots, those arches can start to rebel.

They flatten.

They tighten.

They make each stride feel like work instead of motion.

Arch pain doesn’t usually show up overnight.

It builds slowly until even standing at the sink starts to sting.

We see it every November—when summer sandals are gone, and winter shoes don’t quite fit right.

A small support, a simple stretch routine, or a custom insert can bring instant relief.

Ignoring it only invites knee, hip, or back pain to join the party.

Your arches are the shock absorbers of your body.

Keep them tuned up, and everything above them moves better.

This season, take a moment to thank your arches for carrying you through it all.

11/06/2025

November sneaks up fast.

Before long, you’re on your feet for hours—shopping, cooking, wrapping, traveling.

Your feet quietly carry the weight of the holidays.

But small pains you’ve been ignoring can turn into bigger problems when the pace picks up.

A sore heel.

A stiff joint.

A burning ball of the foot that doesn’t quite go away.

Now is the time to deal with it.

Appointments fill quickly this time of year, and deductibles reset soon.

A quick check can prevent a major setback when you’re busiest.

Think of it as a tune-up for the body parts that do the most work.

Healthy feet make for happier holidays.

Give them a little attention now, and they’ll return the favor with every step you take.

We’re here to help you finish the year strong, steady, and pain-free!

11/04/2025

Thanks so much for your generosity, Michael and Jillissa! We are so appreciative of your contribution to our end of the year food and sock drive! Contributions can be made at either of our locations during business hours (Channahon is every Tuesday morning, every other Friday afternoon).