Carmel Valley Foot & Ankle Surgery

02/12/2021

We might love the way heels elongate our legs and make us feel powerful, but when we wear them, we sacrifice our health. 52 of the bones in the human body are actually in our feet and ankles. High heels, which tip us forward, change the natural position of the foot in relation to the ankle!

02/09/2021

To prevent ingrown toenails, cut nails straight across. Do not round the edges. If you have a painful ingrown nail, don't perform “DIY surgery” on it. Leave that to the professionals! Call us!

02/06/2021

Take care of your feet through the ages! Keep an eye on your feet for changes, pain, irritation, and anything else. Again, be mindful of what you put on your feet.

02/03/2021

Shoes are intended to mimic barefoot running by encouraging a forefoot strike (the front of the foot hitting the ground first) rather than the heel strike that built-up or cushioned shoes encourage!

01/31/2021

Depending on how long your foot problem lasts, it could potentially impact one’s overall quality of life and health. If you've got foot pain or even a minor skin irritation, you're more likely to shirk exercise, for example.

01/28/2021

Periodic foot exams can help prevent the foot complications in the future! Schedule your next visit with us and we would be more than happy to assist in optimizing your foot health!

01/25/2021

It's important to take care of your foot health as you would any other body part! Foot health is often brushed to the side. A simple word of advice that could go a long ways is to wear clean & dry socks. Change your socks daily! This will avoid any unwanted foot complication from occurring in the future.

01/22/2021

Tip for diabetic foot care: Inspect your feet daily. Check for cuts, blisters, redness, swelling or nail problems. Use a magnifying hand mirror to look at the bottom of your feet. Call us if you notice anything or have any questions about your foot health!

01/19/2021

On top of the foot care that we offer, we can also diagnose and treat an ankle sprain! You can trust us to help alleviate and eliminate the pain you've been feeling in your feet and ankles.

01/16/2021

Check out this article on 9 foot exercises that you can do at home!

A look at foot exercises for strength, flexibility, and pain relief. Find detail on mobility and foot health, as well as safety tips to prevent discomfort.