Our podiatrists blog about a range of helpful topics, from podiatric surgery recovery to common symptoms and their causes. Even if you do not currently have a foot or ankle problem, these posts will provide you with useful information. In other words, if you have feet, these posts are for you!
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Proper Warm Up Is Key to Staying Injury-FreeOne easy way to prevent injuries is to warm up prior to activities. Austin Foot and Ankle Specialists tells how to prepare properly.
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Pump Bump: A Different Type of ‘Heel Spur’Pumps on the bottom of your feet can be the result of protruding heel spurs. Austin Foot and Ankle explains how heel spurs can evolve into Haglund's deformity.
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PRP Treatment Has Potential for Treating Achilles PainStudies have shown that PRP, or platelet-rich plasma, can treat Achilles pain successfully. Austin Foot and Ankle Specialists of Texas discuss its potential.
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Relief from Foot Pain: Is it Time to Replace Your Shoes?Austin Foot and Ankle Specialists offer tips on when it's time to replace your running shoes. Choosing the right shoe for your foot can also prevent injury.
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Relief for Crooked Toe Joints (A.K.A. Hammertoes)Austin Foot and Ankle Specialists talk hammertoes and treatment options to relieve discomfort caused by crooked toe joints.
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Relieving Heel Pain in Active TeenagersAt Austin Foot and Ankle Specialists, our team offers a variety of treatment options to help active teenagers recover from heel pain.
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Should You Apply Ice or Heat to an Injury?Austin Foot and Ankle Specialists ends the confusion over whether you should apply ice or heat to an injury.
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Solve the Puzzle of Adolescent BunionsTeens and children can get bunions, too. The good news is that these can still be treated conservatively.
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Sources of Nerve PainBurning, tingling, and stabbing are examples of various types of nerve pain. Our foot doctors explain why they could be happening in your feet.
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Spotting Skin Cancer: Know Your ABC’sAustin Foot and Ankle Specialists shares the symptoms of skin cancer and how you can protect the skin on your feet.
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Activities for Your Stiff Big ToeThe doctors at Austin Foot and Ankle Specialists discuss activities that can be beneficial for your stiff big toe (a condition known as hallux rigidus).
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Stretching: A Great Way to Prevent Foot PainStretching is an easy thing we all can do to keep flexible and prevent foot pain.