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Are your feet constantly itching, driving you to distraction? You’re certainly not alone. Itchy feet are a common complaint, and the causes can range from simple dryness to underlying medical conditions. To make matters worse, the close-toed shoes people wear in the winter months can exacerbate the problem. Reconstructive Foot & Ankle Institute is here…
Whether you’re chasing after toddlers, crushing it at your standing desk, or working a double shift on your feet, foot fatigue can really slow you down. At Reconstructive Foot & Ankle Institute, many of our patients work in professions that require significant time on the go or upright, and that means more pain, fatigue, and…
Your feet can reveal a lot about your overall health, tipping you off to some serious concerns before they get out of hand. One example? They can actually reveal potential issues with your thyroid, a small, butterfly-shaped gland in your neck. Dr. Michaels wants you informed of any risks and ready to respond, no matter…
Our feet and ankles feature intricate networks of nerves that allow us to feel sensations and control movement. But when these nerves are damaged or compressed, it can lead to a range of problems, from tingling and numbness to pain and difficulty walking. Reconstructive Foot & Ankle Institute has noted expertise in managing and resolving…
Gout, a common form of inflammatory arthritis, was once referred to as “the disease of kings.” These days, however, it affects people of all kinds, and Reconstructive Foot & Ankle Institute has plenty of experience in managing it. How Does Gout Happen? Gout is caused by a buildup of uric acid crystals in the joints….
Metabolic syndrome is a cluster of conditions that can increase your risk of heart disease, stroke, and type 2 diabetes, in particular. Here at the Reconstructive Foot & Ankle Institute, we wish more people knew about the condition; if they did, they might not suffer from additional complications in the first place. The good news?…
According to Dan Michaels, DPM, “The recommendation that a wound needs to “breathe” and should therefore be left uncovered remains common despite the fact that this notion was dispelled more than 50 years ago. Actually, the exact opposite is true. And there is no debate on the topic. We know for a fact skin injuries…
As we age, our bodies undergo a number of physical changes, and our feet are no exception. While such changes can be a common part of the ageing process, understanding how ageing impacts foot health can offer crucial insights into our overall well-being. Foot health expert, Dan Michaels, DPM, explains the various changes that occur…
Medical experts are reminding everyone that foot and ankle pain is not normal and should be addressed. “Your feet shouldn’t hurt,” says Dan Michaels, DPM a board-certified foot and ankle surgeon and a Fellow Member of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons (ACFAS). “Foot and ankle surgeons are specially trained to diagnose and…
According to Dan Michaels, DPM, “Sufferers of hallux valgus may first experience pain on the side of the second toe, not even technically part of the bunion. But the big toe is, indeed, bigger and can exert significant force on the neighboring digit. Repetitive pressure has many effects on skin, and many are not good,…
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