Austin Foot & Ankle Injury Blog

The Austin Foot & Ankle injury blog contains the most up-to-date information regarding injuries, treatment, and recovery in Austin, Texas. Articles cover information regarding injuries from sports, running, car accidents, and everyday activities.
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Foot, Skin and Nail Problems

2/6/2012
Jacob Panici
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Bob Marley’s Birthday – A lesson on Myeloma

Bob Marley died from cancer in his toe. There are too many simple discolorations on the skin and nails of your feet that can be dangerous.

1/21/2012
Jacob Panici
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Stepping on Toads – Home remedies not the best cure for warts

Plantar warts can be extremely painful and difficult to treat. Austin foot and ankle specialists have many treatments available to you.

12/14/2011
Jacob Panici
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Eating during the Holidays – Avoiding the gout

If you know anyone who has had gout, you have some idea of how painful it can be. The holidays can increase you risk of getting gout so avoid these foods.

8/26/2011
Dr. Craig H. Thomajan
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Blisters on your Feet – Treatment & Prevention during this Drought

Texas may be stuck in the gribs of a hot summer and extensive drought, but don't let dehydration lead to painful blisters.

7/27/2011
Dr. Craig H. Thomajan
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Importance of Sunscreen – Your feet need protection too

Your feet deserve the same sun protection as your face and arms. Use sun block when outside and see a podiatrist for changes to the skin on your feet.

6/6/2011
Jacob Panici
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Lady Gaga - Choices in footwear CAN lead to Foot problems

Lady Gaga is often seen wearing extravagant shoes. These shoes are already taking a toll on her feet, are yours?

5/13/2011
Dr. Craig H. Thomajan
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Getting older – A yearly check-up for your feet

Your feet are no different then rest of your body when it comes to change. Yearly foot check ups are just as important as your family doctor appointment.

4/11/2011
Dr. Craig Thomajan
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Calluses and Cracking Skin – Lotion isn’t just for your hands

When was the last time you looked at your feet or put some lotion on them?

1/27/2011
Dr. Craig Thomajan
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The story your feet can tell – smoker’s feet don’t conceal their addiction

Just by looking at your feet, Dr. Thomajan can discern if you are a smoker. It should come as no surprise.

12/20/2010
Dr. Craig Thomajan
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Preventing foot injury – Holiday travel

Public places are ready for your feet to be assaulted by the molds and fungi that can cause ‘athletes feet' and fungal toenails.

12/13/2010
Dr. Craig Thomajan
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Traveler’s Thrombosis – Avoiding deep vein thrombosis for safe traveling

DVT's occur when your blood forms a clot in your vein. This results in pain, redness and swelling in the arm or leg that it occurred in.

8/9/2010
Dr. Craig Thomajan
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Bathroom Surgery

That ingrown nail of yours has come back time and time again even with your attempts to trim it back.

6/28/2010
Dr. Craig Thomajan
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Nail Polish – Friend or Foe?

Are just covering up that unsightly fungal nail? You may only be making the problems worse. Fungus tends to grow in warm, dark places ....

6/3/2010
Dr. Craig Thomajan
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Summer Foot Care

Lotions are typically inadequate to moisturize the thick and dry skin of your feet. Creams and emulsions made specifically for feet are often the better choice.

5/17/2010
Dr. Craig Thomajan
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By the skin of your feet……

The skin on your feet and legs is prone to the same damage you are sure to guard against by applying sun block to the skin on your face or arms.

5/8/2010
Dr. Craig Thomajan
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Flip Flop Time

Don't let any unsightly corns, warts or cracks stop you from showing off your feet! There are a number of ‘over the counter' products you can use ...

4/23/2010
Dr. Craig Thomajan
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Testing Your Nerves of Steel

Often a complication of diabetes, your nerves can not send the proper signal to your brain, you may not notice you stepped on a nail or burned your hand.



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