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Premier Foot in McKinney Can Handle All Your Orthotic Issues
August 12, 2011 | 
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When it comes to keeping healthy and fit, it can be easy to forget all about our feet. After all, there are so many other issues we are warned against, we can easily take for granted two of our most important body parts. Yet when you think about all we use our feet for; standing, walking, jogging, running – it is clear that we should not let proper foot health fall by the wayside. Our McKinney TX podiatrists at Premier Foot can assist you in providing the proper podiatric care for you and your family, starting at a young age.
Pediatric orthotic care can be crucial in fighting foot pain from a young age. Whether the problem is general foot pain, club foot, flat feet, in-toe and out-toe walking, or any other foot problem plaguing your child or infant, it is imperative to seek the advice of an experienced podiatrist today. These issues won’t go away on their own, but with the proper podiatry care from Premier Foot, they can. If your child is experiencing uneven shoe wear, lumps or bumps on the feet, skin or toenail problems, persistent foot pain, or frequent tripping or falling, rely on us today to provide your child with the proper care.
But as we know, some foot pain can linger into your adult years, or not appear at all until then. Our podiatrists offer custom orthotics, either to treat current ailments or prevent them from occurring. There are two types of custom orthotics: functional and accommodative. Functional orthotics are used to prevent repetitive stress injuries, as well as put a stop to uncomfortable pronation, where the ankle turns outward. Accommodative orthotics are often used with pediatric podiatry, designed to stop foot problems and mild pain before they become more severe.
With any comments, questions, or to schedule a custom orthotics appointment, call us today at 972-424-8999 or visit us online today.
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Diabetic Foot Treatment from Your Plano TX Podiatrist
Almost 3% of people worldwide suffer from diabetes. While there is no cure for the increasingly common disease, many treatments are available for management. Commitment to these treatments can help your body combat the blood impediments and you can live a relatively healthy lifestyle. Diabetic foot is a common complication of diabetes that if not watched can lead to foot infections and sometimes adult amputation of the toes or feet.
Premier Foot & Ankle is a Plano TX diabetic foot and wound care facility that can provide treatment for diabetics who are experiencing symptoms such as neuropathy, calluses, foot ulcers, and poor circulation or swelling. Diabetics should have their feet regularly checked at their endocrine doctor. Should there be any concern; Premier Foot can help treat any condition you are dealing with.
Diabetic foot ulcers can often lead to infection. Upwards of 15% of all diabetic patients develop ulcers and many of those people require additional treatment and hospitalization for the ulcers on their foot. Poor circulation in your foot makes your body and feet less able to fight infection and heal. Calluses on your feet turn to ulcers quickly and can lead to more serious conditions and often require therapeutic shoes or inserts at the minimum. Ingrown toenails also frequently result in infection.
All treatments of any diabetic foot complication should be looked at by your Plano podiatrist and you should also consult with your endocrinologist. While diabetes is a dangerous disease, it is treatable and controllable. Schedule a diabetic foot treatment appointment at your local podiatry practice in Plano online or by calling 972-424-8999.
Posted in Diabetes, Diabetic Foot, Foot Ailments, Plano TX Podiatrists | Tags: arch, balance, calluses, diabetes, diabetic foot, diabetic foot symptoms, feet, foot doctor, foot ulcer, foot wound care, ingrown toenail, plano, podiatrist, podiatrists, podiatry, poor circulation, tx | Comments Closed
Plano TX Nerve Decompression Surgery for Morton’s Neuroma
Foot pain may be the result of many things and often short exercises can help alleviate such pain. Sometimes you find yourself with unbearable burning, tingling, and numbness as the result of possible nerve damage that has swollen and produced a more severe problem. Always have your local Plano TX podiatrist diagnose any foot problem as they use the most advanced technology and cutting edge diagnosis methods.
Morton’s Neuroma is a swelling and compression of the nerves, often pinched, that occurs between the third and fourth toes. This location on the foot is the most common area a neuroma will form although it can occur between the other inside set of toes and the heel. Proper diagnosis of a neuroma will determine the plan for foot rehabilitation or surgery depending on how far along the discomfort has progressed.
Historically, neuroma treatment involves cortisone injections, orthotics, or surgery to relieve the compression in the nerve. Cortisone injections are most common and relieve the inflammation, releasing the pressure on the nerve. Where there is more significant nerve damage, cutting edge technology used by Premier Foot & Ankle of Plano may be employed.
As seen on News 8 in Dallas, a minimally invasive nerve decompression surgery, or MIND can be effective in treating Morton’s Neuroma.
Don’t wait to have your foot or ankle problem diagnosed by a local podiatry specialist in Plano. Premier Foot & Ankle can help so make an appointment today by calling to schedule an appointment or visiting us online.
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Laser Treatment for Toenail Fungus
With the summer heat upon us, the importance of staying cool during and after much of our outdoor activity has increased. Keeping your feet cool can be overlooked in the process and poorly ventilated footwear can lead to the common problem of toenail fungus. Premiere Foot and Ankle, your Plano TX podiatrist, offers treatment for mild to severe toenail fungus infections and encourages you to get treatment as soon as possible so as not to allow the infection to spread.
Toenail fungus has early warning signs such as white or yellow speckle on the nail. More serious and full blown infections will show yellow coloration often with a scaly appearance on the skin. Toenail fungus is often linked to heredity, age, poor health and hygiene, trauma to an area of the foot, and poorly ventilated footwear as mentioned above.
Plano podiatrist toenail fungus treatment should not precede an official diagnosis from one of our podiatry professionals. Although toenail fungus symptoms are easily visible, many other foot infections or conditions have similar indications. It is best to have a professional take a few samples from the nail and skin for lab testing to ensure proper treatment.
Many times topical or oral medications will suffice and are very effective, although these traditional toenail fungus treatments take longer than more modern ones. Premiere Foot and Ankle believes in offering the latest and most advanced non-invasive treatments available. Laser treatment for toenail fungus is a fast and effective option with very little discomfort. Laser treatment takes about 10 minutes per treatment and patients feel only a warm sensation. This over 90% effective treatment targets only the infected area and leaves the nail and nail-bed unharmed.
Request an appointment with Premiere Foot and Ankle for the most advanced Plano TX toenail fungus treatment available.
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EPAT® Service for Foot and Ankle Pain Relief
Musculoskeletal conditions affecting the back, neck, shoulders and upper limbs can cause discomfort, minor aches and pains and might lead to more serious medical conditions. Premier Foot & Ankle, your McKinney TX podiatrist, can help you treat such conditions with the Extracorporeal Pulse Activation Treatment (EPAT®) technology.
EPAT® is the most advanced and highly effective non-invasive treatment approved by the FDA. Premier Foot & Ankle always provides cutting edge, breakthrough treatment options. The EPAT® proprietary technology uses a unique set of pressure waves to stimulate the metabolism, enhance blood circulation and fast-track the healing process. Acute or chronic muscle pain is treated with virtually no risks or side effects. Patients do sometimes feel minor discomfort after a full day of activity or exercise.
McKinney Texas Extracorporeal Pulse Activation Treatment patients often experience improvement after only 3 treatments. Over 80% of patients treated report pain free movement after a full schedule of treatments. Areas of interest are applied with a coupling gel allowing the EPAT® pressure waves to be released via the applicator and moved in a circular motion for approximately 5 minutes depending on the disorder being treated.
The high EPAT® success rate versus traditional treatment methods and state-of-the-art engineering make your local McKinney foot and ankle treatment center the solution to musculoskeletal disorders (MSD). Give us a call or request an appointment online with Premier Foot & Ankle in McKinney.
Posted in EPAT, Foot Ailments, Foot Exercise, McKinney TX Podiatrists, Non-Invasive Treatment, Plano TX Podiatrists, Plantar Fasciitis | Tags: arch, balance, epat, exercise, exercises, Extracorporeal Pulse Activation Treatment, FDA, feet, flat, flat feet, foot, foot ankle discomfort, foot doctor, foot exercises, leg, mckinney, msd, musculoskeletal disorder, non invasive treatment, plano, plantar fascia, podiatrist, podiatrists, podiatry, tx | Comments Closed
Walking for Exercise & Your Feet
Walking is a great way to stay in shape with low-impact exercise. However, when it comes to walking, one of the most important aspects of continuing to make it a healthy activity is to assure the health of your feet. Stamina and longevity are increased through walking, but without proper foot care, your extremities can suffer greatly.
One of the best things you can do to maintain the physical fitness of your feet when walking for exercise is to employ proper shoes. Wearing the right shoes can go a long way in preserving the strength and avoiding injuries of your feet. The right fit is essential to keeping aches, pains, and other obstacles from encroaching on your healthy regimen.
Before embarking on the journey of walking for physical gain, be sure to have a physical exam so that you are aware of any medical issues that may already exist. This is true of any exercise program, including walking. Our Plano podiatry clinic specialists would also be glad to inspect your feet for current conditions that could be aggravated should they be present.
To be successful, you may want to start your walking program slowly, then build up gradually to a more brisk pace. Best practices involve a 30-minute walk three to four times a week. This helps build up tolerance and a routine that feels comfortable and normal, especially for those who are not currently on a regular exercise schedule.
Also, walk on even surfaces rather than rough trails to help preserve the foot and ankle. Any unknown path could have holes and hidden obstacles that can lead to injury. Start walking on a track to build up the strength and tolerance of both feet and ankles, and maybe, as you continue with your routine, you can embark on other extended journeys.
Most importantly, make sure your shoes are supportive and fit your feet well. Consult with knowledgeable staff members at an athletics store to purchase shoes that are designed for walking and exercise. And always inspect your feet daily, as part of your regimen, to assure there are no sores or other problems that arise from the new routine. Catching a problem early and consulting with our Plano podiatrists to treat any ailments can save a lot of pain and suffering in the future.
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Foot Exercises To Help With Flat Feet
Often, simple exercises will minimize pain and alleviate symptoms of flat feet (pes planus). Keep in mind, safe practice suggests you always consult your Plano, TX podiatry clinic before beginning any exercise program.
A towel stretch is one exercise that may help increase the arches in your flat feet. Take a towel, roll it, and place the middle of the rolled towel underneath the ball of your foot. While keeping your knee straight and leg on the floor, gently pull the towel toward your body causing just your heel to lift of the floor. Repeat this motion four times holding the position for 15 seconds.
Flat feet can also benefit from a simple leg balance exercise. Stand barefoot on the floor and raise one leg off the ground slowly while focusing on your balance. While maintaining good balance arch your foot and count to five. Reset and repeat a set of 10 repetitions for each leg.
A plantar fascia stretch is another exercise to increase your arch. Facing a wall in a lunge-like position, bend your forward foot so your toes are touching the wall while the ball of your foot remains on the ground. Bend your knees toward the wall for 30 seconds to feel the tendon beneath your arch stretch. Repeat this exercise two times for each foot.
Your Plano, TX podiatrists will be able to determine much about your arch problem through visual inspection of your feet. Call Premier Foot and Ankle are here to inform patients, give quality care, all in a comfortable, convenient setting.
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Ingrown Toenail Prevention & Treatment
Ingrown toenails can make like miserable for those who are always on the move. This happens when the corners or sides of the toenail dig into the skin. It can cause an infection and a lot of pain.
Ingrown toenails can be caused by trimming nails too short, improper shoe pressure or fungus infection. Poor foot structure also can cause ingrown toenails. Our Plano TX podiatrists at Premier Foot & Ankle specialize in ingrown toenail prevention and relief.
Prevention includes cleaning the feet daily, properly trimming the toenail and ensuring shoes and socks are not too tight. Treatment for ingrown toenail problems can include soaking feet in warm, soapy water for minor cases, antibiotics and prescriptions for major cases. If an acute infection occurs, surgical removal of the toenail may be suggested.
Our Plano TX foot care specialists can help you with your ingrown toenail problem. Call our Plano podiatry clinic today, or visit us online for more information.
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Understanding Morton’s Neuroma
Have you experienced pain or discomfort between your toes, a feeling as though you were standing on a pebble or a bunch in your sock? You could be experiencing the symptoms of a Morton’s Neuroma, a condition in which the nerve tissue thickens.
This is a common condition, often caused by wearing uncomfortable shoes, such as those with a tapered toe box or a high heel. Any shoe in which the toes are forced into a tight space can lead to the formation of a neuroma, which can range in symptoms from tingling, burning and numbness to intense pain.
Morton’s Neuroma and other specific neuromas can be easily diagnosed by experienced podiatry practitioners, based on a thorough history of symptoms combined with tests and manipulation of the foot to reproduce the symptoms in the office. Once the diagnosis is made, treatment can involve a variety of options. Speaking with a qualified medical associate, such as one of our Plano TX podiatrists, can lead to some simple methods to help control and reduce symptomatic pains.
Modifying your activities to avoid those that cause excessive pressure on the area affected by the neuroma is the first recommendation. Should this not provide sufficient relief, you can speak to the foot and ankle specialists in Plano about other treatment options, including custom orthotics, shoe modifications and medications.
Early detection is key to relief of Morton’s Neuroma pain. Once the condition has progressed to a certain level, invasive procedures may be required to resolve the issue. Speak to a physician if you feel you may have a neuroma or any other foot condition, and get expert advice on pain relief and therapy. Contact our Plano podiatry clinic, and schedule an appointment to diagnose and resolve any foot ailments you may have. Call us today, or visit us online for more information.
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Defining Achilles Tendonitis
If you experience pain while running, and if that same pain re-establishes itself as you tiptoe, you may want to find out more information about Achilles tendonitis.
With Achilles tendonitis, the large tendon in the back of the ankle becomes irritated and inflamed. It is a common injury that can affect athletes who do a lot of running. Pain behind the heel is one of the most obvious symptoms, and the most significant pain can come after extended periods of inactivity. You may feel the pain most when you first get out of the bed in the morning.
Mild cases can be treated by resting the tendon to allow inflammation to settle. Applying ice and using light stretching also will help. You never want to overdo a tendon, as these injuries are difficult to determine just how long it will take to heal.
For all serious treatments, you will need to speak with a medical representative, such as one of our Plano TX podiatry staff members. In rare cases, Achilles tendonitis can be treated with surgery. Our Plano foot and ankle specialists can assist you with further information.
Call us today, or visit us online for more information on Achilles tendonitis or other like injuries involving the foot and ankle.
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