UFAI Nerve Conditions Articles Archive

University Foot and Ankle Institute is excited to offer our patients an innovative solution for targeted pain relief: the StimRouter by Bioventus. Many of my patients have expressed concerns about managing chronic pain, and the StimRouter is a game-changing device that addresses these concerns. This innovative medical device’s targeted approach to pain relief provides an excellent option for those struggling read more »

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

Heel pain is one of the most common problems foot and ankle physicians encounter on a daily basis. Unfortunately, it is also a problem that plantar fasciitis is so common because many physicians do not consider that heel pain can be due to a multitude of problems, of which plantar fasciitis is only one. Radiographs, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), ultrasound read more »

Why do I have burning feet? What causes numb toes? And most important: when should I see a doctor? Get the answers from our foot experts!

Patients are prescribed medications to help treat various ailments from infections to high blood pressure to cancer. Everybody knows medications have a long list of side effects. But did you know that some of these side effects can actually affect your feet? That’s right, medications can cause foot pain and other conditions. So if you start taking a new medication read more »

Walking is pretty much universally considered the safest form of exercise, right? Well, yes, but it’s not completely without its risks. If your walking routine is interrupted by aches and pains, you should do what you can to address them early on. What seems like a minor pain could worsen and prevent you from exercising altogether. Here are some tips read more »