Elie C. Daniel, DPM

Elie C. Daniel, DPM I am Dr. Elie Daniel. I am a local Podiatrist based out of Mendota, Princeton and Peru, Illinois.

The foot is a complex structure made up of bones, ligaments, and joints that work together to support movement and balan...
04/21/2026

The foot is a complex structure made up of bones, ligaments, and joints that work together to support movement and balance. The bones are divided into three main groups. The tarsus forms the rear portion of the foot and includes bones that help absorb shock and provide stability. The metatarsus...

Read more: https://www.drecdaniel.com/blog/understanding-foot-structure

Morton’s neuroma is a condition that involves thickening of tissue surrounding a nerve, most often between the third and...
04/14/2026

Morton’s neuroma is a condition that involves thickening of tissue surrounding a nerve, most often between the third and fourth toes. This can lead to burning pain, tingling, or the feeling that something is stuck under the ball of the foot. Symptoms may worsen with walking, standing, or wearing...

Read more: https://www.drecdaniel.com/blog/when-nerve-pain-develops-between-the-toes

Swelling in the feet or ankles may be more than a discomfort and may signal an underlying health concern. This condition...
04/07/2026

Swelling in the feet or ankles may be more than a discomfort and may signal an underlying health concern. This condition, known as edema, occurs when excess fluid collects in the body’s tissues. It causes the skin to appear puffy, tight, or shiny. Swelling can develop after injuries, such as ankle...

Read more: https://www.drecdaniel.com/blog/swollen-feet-and-ankles-can-be-warning-signs

A dancer’s fracture is a specific type of break that affects the fifth metatarsal, the long bone on the outer side of th...
03/31/2026

A dancer’s fracture is a specific type of break that affects the fifth metatarsal, the long bone on the outer side of the foot that connects the little toe to the middle of the foot. This injury often occurs after a sudden twisting motion, awkward landing, or direct impact that places strong force...

Read more: https://www.drecdaniel.com/blog/facts-about-dancer-s-fractures

Its always a blessing to see five star reviews, but three in a morning, that's a testament. We appreciate it and value ...
03/25/2026

Its always a blessing to see five star reviews, but three in a morning, that's a testament.
We appreciate it and value our patients.

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815 875 2643

Flat feet occur when the arch on the inside of the foot is low or missing, causing most of the sole to touch the ground ...
03/24/2026

Flat feet occur when the arch on the inside of the foot is low or missing, causing most of the sole to touch the ground while standing or walking. The arch helps absorb shock and spread body weight during movement. When it flattens, the foot may roll inward and place strain on muscles and joints...

Read more: https://www.drecdaniel.com/blog/symptoms-and-causes-of-flat-feet

Healthy feet are vital for maintaining mobility and independence as we age. Seniors should perform a daily assessment of...
03/17/2026

Healthy feet are vital for maintaining mobility and independence as we age. Seniors should perform a daily assessment of the feet, checking for redness, swelling, sores, or changes in skin color. Keeping feet clean and thoroughly dry helps prevent fungal infections and skin breakdown. Proper...

Read more: https://www.drecdaniel.com/blog/foot-care-tips-for-seniors

Mechanical foot pain develops when the structures of the foot are placed under repeated stress or load. This type of pai...
03/10/2026

Mechanical foot pain develops when the structures of the foot are placed under repeated stress or load. This type of pain often comes from how the foot moves, bears weight, or absorbs impact. Common causes include overuse, wearing poor footwear, loss of arch support, uneven pressure during walking,...

Read more: https://www.drecdaniel.com/blog/mechanical-foot-pain-and-how-it-is-managed

An infected foot blister develops when a fluid filled lesion on the skin becomes contaminated with bacteria, often after...
03/03/2026

An infected foot blister develops when a fluid filled lesion on the skin becomes contaminated with bacteria, often after friction, pressure, or improper care. Blisters commonly form from wearing tight footwear, prolonged walking, or moisture that irritates the skin. When infection occurs, symptoms...

Read more: https://www.drecdaniel.com/blog/causes-of-an-infected-foot-blister

Turf toe is a sprain of the ligaments surrounding the big toe joint, usually caused by sudden hyperextension during spor...
02/24/2026

Turf toe is a sprain of the ligaments surrounding the big toe joint, usually caused by sudden hyperextension during sports or activities on firm surfaces. It commonly occurs when the toe bends upward beyond its normal range, placing stress on the soft tissues. A mild injury, or grade 1 injury,...

Read more: https://www.drecdaniel.com/blog/turf-toe-and-the-importance-of-early-treatment

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530 Park Avenue E, Suite 204
Princeton, IL
61356

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Monday 8am - 3pm
Tuesday 8am - 3pm
Wednesday 8am - 3pm
Thursday 8am - 3pm

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