Coastal Podiatry - Richard J. Norman, DPM

05/24/2022

The skin on the soles of our feet is different from the skin on most of the rest of our bodies. It's thicker, but it can still crack.

What is the difference between thin and thick skin? Read on the learn more about the differences in appearance, structure, and function of thin and thick skin.

05/20/2022

People are at greater risk of developing osteoarthritis if they have previously suffered an injury in that joint. Ensuring that injuries heal properly can prevent the worst of it.

Osteoarthritis commonly occurs due to age, from wear-and-tear on the joints. Learn about how osteoarthritis can affect the ankle and ways to treat it.

05/17/2022

Are you considering buying new women's shoes for a formal event? You've probably heard the warnings about high heels, but it's a good idea to get a shoe that's not totally flat, either. https://www.msn.com/en-us/lifestyle/shopping/i-asked-3-podiatrist-which-wedding-shoes-i-can-dance-in-all-night-long/ss-BB1gEvVR?li=BBnb2gh

05/13/2022

Wearing narrow, high-heeled shoes can result in hammertoe. It is treatable, but it can also usually be prevented.

Learn about what causes hammertoe, a common toe deformity, as well as treatments, risk factors, when to see a doctor, prevention, and outlook.

05/10/2022

Most blisters are caused by friction, although there are other potential causes. It's important to know how to keep a popped blister clean.

Learn what causes blisters on toes or between them, including friction, a sunburn, eczema, or excessive moisture, and what to do about them.

05/08/2022

We hope all the moms out there have a great day!

05/06/2022

Cracked skin carries a risk of becoming infected. If you notice signs of infection in your heels, don't hesitate to call your podiatrist.

Learn what causes cracked heels and how to prevent and treat cracked heels with home remedies—including foot soaks, creams, dry skin removal and more.

05/05/2022

Happy Cinco de Mayo!

05/03/2022

A bunion is a bony prominence at the inside of the big toe, which is the result of a structural malalignment of the big toe joint.

Find out about important bunion treatment advice, from simple bunion treatments to bunion surgery. Learn the best methods to treat your bunion.

04/29/2022

A tailor's bunion is a condition that progresses gradually, usually beginning with a prominence, or bump, over the side of the fifth metatarsal bone.

Learn about the causes and treatments of bunionette, or tailor's bunion, bunions that develop on the pinkie toe side of the foot.

04/26/2022

Aging takes its toll on your feet as it does with the rest of your body. Given the amount of stress we place on our feet over a lifetime, it's easy to see why these problems occur. In addition to general wear-and-tear, there are physiological changes that will affect how your joints, bones, and tendons function.

The aging process can affect your feet and ankles, causing changes in the skin, bone, joints, and circulation, including arthritis, flat feet, and edema.

04/22/2022

A bunion—also known as hallux valgus—is a bony protrusion that typically juts out from the side of the big toe.

A bunion can cause severe pain and frustration. Learn more about this progressive foot condition, including what causes it and how it can be managed.