Foot and Ankle Blog

Overuse foot and ankle injuries are very common and unpleasant. Learn how to prevent foot and ankle overuse injuries from LA's expert podiatrists.

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.

When do I need urgent foot care? When you have a foot or ankle injury, it's important to know which doctor to go to. Should you go to urgent care or the ER?

An ingrown toenail can be annoying, but when do they require medical attention? Learn how to treat ingrown toenails and when to see a doctor.

We know tight shoes are bad. But what happens if your shoes are too big? Well that's not good either! Here's how to make sure your shoes fit right.

Do you swear when you stub your toe? Sure, it distracts you, but does it actually have any impact on the pain? Turns out, swearing relieves pain!

How can I prevent toenail fungus? The answer may be easier than you think! Could simply blow drying your toes prevent foot fungus?

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