The better you understand what is going on with your feet and ankles, the more likely it is that you will be able to commit to a treatment plan that will finally resolve your pain or discomfort. We provide a wealth of information in our foot & ankle care articles to help you do just that.
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Scan, Step, Print: What Happens During a Fitstation Gait AnalysisA gait analysis measures how pressure moves through your step. Discover how Austin Foot and Ankle Specialists uses it to prescribe better custom orthotics.
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Understanding Toe Deformities and Your Treatment OptionsWhat causes toes to bend, curl, or become deformed—and can they be fixed? Learn more from our Austin podiatrists about hammer toes, mallet toes, and claw toes.
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Charcot Foot: The Condition That Hurts You Without Causing PainLearn more about Charcot foot, a diabetes complication that can change the shape of the foot. Our foot and ankle specialists explain when to seek treatment.
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Home Preparation for Foot and Ankle Surgery RecoveryPlanning foot or ankle surgery? Learn what to prepare for at home, beyond the standard post-op recovery timeline, with these tips from our Austin podiatrists.
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How a 15-Minute PADnet Test Protects Your Diabetic Foot HealthDiabetes affects blood flow to your feet. Austin Foot and Ankle Specialists explains how PADnet vascular testing helps catch circulation problems early.
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Bicycle Foot Injuries: Why Your Feet Hurt After Riding and How We Can HelpBicycle foot injuries usually have a fixable cause. Our Austin podiatrists explain cleat position, shoe fit, numbness, forefoot pressure, and when to seek care.
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How to Protect Your Feet and Ankles While PaddleboardingCommon paddleboarding foot injuries on Lady Bird Lake include sprains, tendon strain, and instability. Our Austin foot doctors explain symptoms and care.
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Recognizing and Treating Tendon Tears in Athletes' Feet and AnklesTorn tendons in the feet and ankles are common sports injuries. Learn the signs of Achilles, peroneal, and tibial tendon tears and why early podiatry care is key for athletes.
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Metatarsalgia and the Real Cause of Ball of Foot PainLearn what metatarsalgia is, why ball of foot pain develops, common causes, symptoms, and how an Austin podiatrist diagnoses the condition.
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Is Your Big Toe Getting Harder to Move? Know the Signs of Hallux RigidusDiscover what causes big toe joint stiffness and how a podiatrist in Austin can treat hallux rigidus.
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The Hidden Injury: Spotting a Foot Stress Fracture Before It Gets WorseLearn to recognize stress fracture symptoms in your foot and when to see an Austin podiatrist for expert care.
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The Hidden Dangers of Minor Foot TraumaEven small foot injuries can become serious. Learn the signs and get help from a foot injury specialist in Austin.