Foot and Ankle Blog

Podiatrists nationwide report increasing requests for cosmetic foot surgery — but it is really safe?

What causes toe cramps? How to stop toe cramps? Los Angeles podiatrists answer these and more pressing toe cramp questions.

Do you feel pain in your legs after walking or climbing stairs? Notice that one leg feels colder than the other, or maybe you feel ankle pressure or pain in your lower limbs? These can be signs of a circulation problem that shouldn’t be ignored, as those are common symptoms of Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) or Peripheral Vascular Disease (PVD). read more »

We understand that revision surgery is complicated, both medically and emotionally. The pain and wasted time and money resulting from a failed bunion surgery can be devastating for patients. At UFAI, we see a lot of failed bunion surgeries. In fact, correcting failed bunion surgeries accounts for about 30% of what we do. Bunion revision is really a completely different read more »

Does your young athlete complain of heel pain? Should they be playing through the pain? What you need to know about youth sports and heel pain in children.

Professional and amateur athletes frequently suffer high ankle sprains. What are high ankle sprains? Why are they so common? How are they treated?

What should you do with an infected ingrown toenail? See a podiatrist and read these tips for preventing and treating ingrown toenails.

The Achilles tendon is the most commonly ruptured tendon. However, rupture is only one of the problems that can occur with the Achilles tendon.

Dr. Baravarian was interviewed for a Pasadena Magazine article on the pandemic, shoes, foot health, and — his area of expertise — bunions.

Why do my feet get dry and cracked in the winter? Dry, cracked heels can cause more severe problems if left untreated. How can I fix dry heels?

What is the difference between a medical pedicure and a regular pedicure? What benefits does a medi-pedi provide?

Many sports-related injuries can be prevented simply by doing a few warm-up exercises before a workout. Here are our expert recommendations.

How do I pick the best gym shoes? What shoe do I need for exercise? Get answers from LA's best foot and ankle specialists!

Have a foot rash? It could be cellulitis of the foot — an unpleasant and dangerous bacteria infection. What should you do? Can it be prevented?

Our state-of-the-art Santa Barbara podiatry clinic As part of our ongoing commitment to providing the best, most convenient foot and ankle care to our patients, we’ve re-opened our Santa Barbara location! Located within a medical mall in beautiful Santa Barbara, University Foot and Ankle Institute offers advanced medical and surgical care for the foot and ankle. and state-of-the-art radiology, ultrasound, and neurosensory read more »

Hundreds of muscles and nerves work together to make you walk. Walking gait problems can indicate problems with muscles, joints, nerves, or even your brain.

Got foot pain? Don't ignore it! Foot pain can indicate a more serious problem – such as foot bursitis. Learn the signs and treatments today!

Our feet are home to many bacteria. Most are harmless, but some bacteria and fungus can cause problems. Is your partner giving you bad foot bacteria?

Blisters are painful and unpleasant, but they're also preventable. How do I prevent blisters? How do I treat a blister?

Patients often ask if barefoot running is safe. There are many factors to consider before making the switch to barefoot running.