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Morton’s Neuroma May Feel Like Small Stones in the Shoe

Tuesday, 25 May 2021

The area on the foot where pain is generally felt from Morton’s neuroma is in the ball of the foot. Many patients liken the feeling to a small pebble in their shoe. This ailment can develop as a result of irritated nerves that lie between the toes, and may come from wearing shoes that do not fit correctly. Additionally, abnormal foot conditions may cause Morton’s neuroma, including hammer toes, bunions, and people who have high arches. There are specific stretches and exercises that can be performed which may help to accelerate the healing process. If you have pain in this part of your foot, it is suggested that you confer with a podiatrist who can offer you treatments for relief.

Morton’s neuroma is a very uncomfortable condition to live with. If you think you have Morton’s neuroma, contact Dr. Sybil J. Fisher of Texas. Our doctor will attend to all of your foot care needs and answer any of your related questions.

Morton’s Neuroma

Morton's neuroma is a painful foot condition that commonly affects the areas between the second and third or third and fourth toe, although other areas of the foot are also susceptible. Morton’s neuroma is caused by an inflamed nerve in the foot that is being squeezed and aggravated by surrounding bones.

What Increases the Chances of Having Morton’s Neuroma?

Ill-fitting high heels or shoes that add pressure to the toe or foot
Jogging, running or any sport that involves constant impact to the foot
Flat feet, bunions, and any other foot deformities

Morton’s neuroma is a very treatable condition. Orthotics and shoe inserts can often be used to alleviate the pain on the forefront of the feet. In more severe cases, corticosteroids can also be prescribed. In order to figure out the best treatment for your neuroma, it’s recommended to seek the care of a podiatrist who can diagnose your condition and provide different treatment options.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact one of our offices located in Houston and Sugar Land, TX . We offer the newest diagnostic and treatment technologies for all your foot care needs.

How Severe Are Diabetic Foot Wounds?

Tuesday, 18 May 2021

People with diabetes often develop wounds on their feet due to complications such as a weakened immune system, nerve damage, or a narrowing of the arteries. The healing process for people with diabetes can be compromised due to poor circulation and a reduced amount of oxygen in the bloodstream—both of which are necessary for healing to take place. Diabetic wounds that are not treated properly and promptly can be dangerous and may lead to infections, ulcers, bone or nerve damage and—in the most severe cases—amputation. If you have diabetes, wear comfortable shoes that don’t put pressure anywhere on your feet, keep your skin clean and dry, avoid walking in your bare feet, examine your feet daily for any irregularities, and place yourself under the care of a podiatrist who has clinical therapies and methods for both prevention and treatment.

Wound care is an important part in dealing with diabetes. If you have diabetes and a foot wound or would like more information about wound care for diabetics, consult with Dr. Sybil J. Fisher from Texas. Our doctor will assess your condition and provide you with quality foot and ankle treatment.

What Is Wound Care?

Wound care is the practice of taking proper care of a wound. This can range from the smallest to the largest of wounds. While everyone can benefit from proper wound care, it is much more important for diabetics. Diabetics often suffer from poor blood circulation which causes wounds to heal much slower than they would in a non-diabetic.

What Is the Importance of Wound Care?

While it may not seem apparent with small ulcers on the foot, for diabetics, any size ulcer can become infected. Diabetics often also suffer from neuropathy, or nerve loss. This means they might not even feel when they have an ulcer on their foot. If the wound becomes severely infected, amputation may be necessary. Therefore, it is of the upmost importance to properly care for any and all foot wounds.

How to Care for Wounds

The best way to care for foot wounds is to prevent them. For diabetics, this means daily inspections of the feet for any signs of abnormalities or ulcers. It is also recommended to see a podiatrist several times a year for a foot inspection. If you do have an ulcer, run the wound under water to clear dirt from the wound; then apply antibiotic ointment to the wound and cover with a bandage. Bandages should be changed daily and keeping pressure off the wound is smart. It is advised to see a podiatrist, who can keep an eye on it.

If you have any questions please contact one of our offices located in Houston and Sugar Land, TX . We offer the newest diagnostic and treatment technologies for all your foot and ankle needs.

Arthritis Can Cause Pain in the Feet and Ankles

Sunday, 16 May 2021

If you are suffering from tenderness, pain, or stiffness in the joints of your feet or ankles, call us to schedule an appointment.

Why Do My Shins Hurt When I Run?

Monday, 10 May 2021

The shins are the front part of your lower legs, below the knee. If you are a runner, you may be familiar with pain, soreness, or discomfort in this area during or after running. There are many reasons that your shins might be aching. Running too quickly, too often, and for too long can put great strain on the shins, leading to pain. If you are new to running, or have restarted running after a long break, it is suggested that you limit the duration, length, and intensity of your runs initially, and increase these slowly over time as you become more accustomed to running. Other reasons your shins may be hurting include wearing the wrong shoes, running on hard surfaces, or an injury to the shin bones. If you are feeling shin pain, please seek the care of a podiatrist.

Ankle pain can be caused by a number of problems and may be potentially serious. If you have ankle pain, consult with Dr. Sybil J. Fisher from Texas. Our doctor will assess your condition and provide you with quality foot and ankle treatment.

Ankle pain is any condition that causes pain in the ankle. Due to the fact that the ankle consists of tendons, muscles, bones, and ligaments, ankle pain can come from a number of different conditions.

Causes

The most common causes of ankle pain include:

Types of arthritis (rheumatoid, osteoarthritis, and gout)
Ankle sprains
Broken ankles
Achilles tendonitis
Achilles tendon rupture
Stress fractures
Bursitis
Tarsal tunnel syndrome
Plantar fasciitis

Symptoms

Symptoms of ankle injury vary based upon the condition. Pain may include general pain and discomfort, swelling, aching, redness, bruising, burning or stabbing sensations, and/or loss of sensation.

Diagnosis

Due to the wide variety of potential causes of ankle pain, podiatrists will utilize a number of different methods to properly diagnose ankle pain. This can include asking for personal and family medical histories and of any recent injuries. Further diagnosis may include sensation tests, a physical examination, and potentially x-rays or other imaging tests.

Treatment

Just as the range of causes varies widely, so do treatments. Some more common treatments are rest, ice packs, keeping pressure off the foot, orthotics and braces, medication for inflammation and pain, and surgery.

If you have any questions please feel free to contact one of our offices located in Houston and Sugar Land, TX . We offer the newest diagnostic tools and technology to treat your foot and ankle needs.

What Is a Podiatrist?

Monday, 03 May 2021

A podiatrist is a foot doctor who treats a variety of issues affecting the feet, ankle, and the parts of the leg with which they connect. Individuals who graduate from a podiatric medical school receive a Doctorate of Podiatric Medicine (DPM), and complete their training with a residency in a hospital or clinic. Some go on to receive additional specialized training through a fellowship in a particular area such as wound care, diabetic foot care, sports medicine, pediatrics, or surgery. Those specializing in surgery are known as podiatric surgeons. Podiatrists can become certified by the American Board of Podiatric Medicine and/or the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery through specialized training, clinical experience and by passing particular exams. People who are under the care of a podiatrist have many types of foot and ankle issues, pain or immobility. Podiatrists use a variety of diagnostic tools and imaging to diagnose their patients’ conditions and a range of therapies, medicines, in-office procedures and surgeries, when necessary, to treat them.

If you are experiencing pain in the feet or ankles, don’t join the stubborn majority refusing treatment. Feel free to contact Dr. Sybil J. Fisher from Texas. Our doctor can provide the care you need to keep you pain-free and on your feet.

What Is a Podiatrist?

Someone would seek the care of a podiatrist if they have suffered a foot injury or have common foot ailments such as heal spurs, bunions, arch problems, deformities, ingrown toenails, corns, foot and ankle problems, etc.

Podiatric Treatment

A podiatrist will treat the problematic areas of the feet, ankle or lower leg by prescribing the following:

Physical therapy
Drugs
Orthotic inserts or soles
Surgery on lower extremity fractures

A common podiatric procedure a podiatrist will use is a scanner or force plate which will allow the podiatrist to know the designs of orthotics. Patients are then told to follow a series of tasks to complete the treatment. The computer will scan the foot a see which areas show weight distribution and pressure points. The podiatrist will read the analysis and then determine which treatment plans are available.

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