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04/21/2026

A hammertoe is a deformity in which one of the smaller toes bends abnormally at the middle joint, creating a curled or hammer-like appearance. It often develops gradually and can become more rigid over time, if left untreated. Common causes include muscle imbalance, improper footwear that crowds...

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04/15/2026

Neuropathy is a condition that can lead to numbness or loss of sensation in the feet, but it can also cause pain. This condition is more likely to develop for those who are diabetic, obese, or with high blood pressure.

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04/14/2026

Early onset rheumatoid arthritis is an inflammatory condition that can affect the joints sooner than expected, sometimes beginning in young adulthood or even earlier. It occurs when the immune system mistakenly targets joint tissue, leading to pain, swelling, stiffness, and warmth. The feet and...

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04/07/2026

Warts that develop on the bottom of the foot are called plantar warts. They are caused by the human papillomavirus, or HPV, which infects the top layer of the skin and causes it to thicken. Plantar warts usually appear on weight-bearing areas, like the heel or the ball of the foot. They often look...

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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...

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03/28/2026

03/28/2026

Guest Highlight: hear how Dr. Sadri and Mr.Boddie’s pups saved his life after Hurricane Ian.
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03/24/2026

A bunion is a hard bump that forms at the base of the big toe where it meets the long bone of the foot. Over time, the big toe begins to lean toward the second toe, which causes the joint to stick outward and become swollen and painful. As the deformity progresses, the joint may become stiff,...

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03/17/2026

The foot is a complex weight-bearing structure made of bones, joints, tendons and ligaments that work together to support standing, walking and running. Key bones include the talus, which connects the foot to the ankle, the calcaneus which forms the heel, and the navicular, cuboid, and the...

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03/15/2026

Constant care and regular evaluation are important for a foot or ankle fracture. If left untreated, foot or ankle fractures can worsen over time and create more serious problems.Don't wait to be examined if you believe you've experienced a foot or ankle fracture.

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03/10/2026

Foot pain affects up to one in four people at any given time and can interfere with walking, balance, and overall quality of life. Pain may come from the foot bones, joints, ligaments, tendons, nerves, skin, or toenails. Common causes of foot pain include tendonitis, which is inflammation of a...

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03/03/2026

Gout is a form of inflammatory arthritis that often affects the foot, most commonly the joint at the base of the big toe. It develops when uric acid builds up in the bloodstream and forms sharp crystals within the joint. An attack may begin suddenly, often at night, with intense pain, swelling,...

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