Dr. Patricia A. Kirk, Podiatrist

12/23/2025

Congenital foot deformities are structural abnormalities present at birth that affect the shape or function of an infant’s feet. One of the most recognized conditions is clubfoot, in which the foot turns inward and downward, making normal movement

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12/16/2025

Foot drop is a condition in which a person has difficulty lifting the front part of the foot, often caused by nerve injury, muscle weakness, or neurological disorders such as stroke or neuropathy. It may look like the foot drags while walking, and ma

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12/12/2025

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12/12/2025

12/09/2025

Children’s feet go through constant change as they grow, developing from soft, flexible structures into strong, supportive foundations. In infancy and early childhood, the bones are still forming, and the arch is not yet visible because of natural

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12/02/2025

Heel pain in young athletes is often caused by calcaneal apophysitis, commonly known as Sever’s disease. This condition affects the growth plate at the back of the heel, where the Achilles tendon attaches. It typically occurs during growth spurts w

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11/26/2025

Have your child's feet been examined lately? Healthy feet are happy feet. If your child is complaining of foot pain, it may be a sign of underlying problems.

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11/25/2025

If you are just starting to run, you may be unfamiliar with the many foot and ankle injuries that can occur if adequate measures are not taken to prevent them. Some of these injuries include plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendonitis, sprains, strains, a

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11/18/2025

Plantar fasciitis is one of the most common causes of heel discomfort, often producing sharp pain with the first steps in the morning or after long periods of rest. The condition develops when the plantar fascia, which is the strong band of tissue al

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