Category Archives for Foot Conditions
Signs & Symptoms of Foot Drop
When you walk, you naturally perform a movement known as dorsiflexion in which you lift the top part of your foot upward to take a step. This movement is a crucial part of walking properly and staying balanced. If you can’t perform this movement properly, you may suffer from a condition known as foot drop […]
Continue readingAlcohol Sclerosing Injections for Morton’s Neuroma
Morton’s neuroma is a painful condition that impacts the nerves in the foot, specifically the area between the third and fourth toes. When the nerve gets irritated the nerve, scar tissue develops creating the actual “neuroma”. This can become painful and gets “caught” between the metatarsal heads and creating nerve pain that can have many […]
Continue readingProlotherapy Therapy for Achilles Tendonitis
Achilles tendonitis is a common and often debilitating condition that affects athletes and active individuals of all ages. The pain and discomfort associated with this condition can significantly impact performance and affect the ability to do even the most mundane tasks. While traditional treatments for Achilles tendonitis have shown mixed results, a promising alternative therapy […]
Continue readingFoot Conditions That Cause Heel Pain
Foot pain can be a distressing and debilitating condition that affects people of all ages and lifestyles, from athletes pushing their limits to someone leading a more sedentary lifestyle. In this article, we shed light on the top five causes of heel pain, including the common symptoms and a range of treatment options, such as […]
Continue readingThe Parts of Your Foot
The human foot is amazing with its 28 bones, 30 joints, and more than 100 muscles, ligaments, and tendons. All of these parts work together seamlessly to provide you with balance and mobility. So, if the anatomy of the foot is as fascinating to you as it is to us, you came to the right […]
Continue readingHeel Spurs & Shoe Choice
If you’re experiencing a sharp pain in your heel, it could be a spur. Whether you’re living with mild or chronic discomfort, your footwear might be the culprit. Don’t worry. We’re here to help. Our team at Gurnee Podiatry & Sports Medicine in the Park City/Gurnee area and in Chicago, Illinois, has put together this […]
Continue readingFirst Podiatry Appointment: What to Expect
Giving your feet the same level of attention and care as you do the rest of your body is essential. After all, they’re crucial to your quality of life, especially if you’re an athlete. Just as you visit a cardiologist for your heart health, seeing a podiatrist for your foot care needs is also important. […]
Continue readingFoot Care for Ballet Dancers
Ballet is a unique sport in that it’s both artistic and highly challenging from a physical standpoint. While participating in ballet can provide many health benefits, it can also greatly increase the risk of a foot injury. Dr. Schoene, Dr. Bever, and their associates have the experience and education to help you prevent and treat foot injuries […]
Continue readingHow a Sedentary Lifestyle Can Affect Your Feet
In this age of remote work and desk-bound jobs, it’s easy to neglect our physical health, especially our feet. But did you know that a sedentary lifestyle can wreak havoc on foot health? The good news is that by taking simple steps to prioritize your foot health, you can avoid discomfort and pain in your […]
Continue readingPitted Keratolysis: What Is It & How to Treat It?
Pitted keratolysis is a bacterial skin infection that affects the soles of your feet. Its characteristic skin pitting, odor, pain, and itching can make it debilitating, but with prompt diagnosis and the correct combination of treatments, it can be treated successfully. Our team at Gurnee Podiatry & Sports Medicine Associates will explain what pitted keratolysis […]
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