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MD Podiatrist Uses Ultrasound Bone Healing System for Foot Fractures
Use of a bone stimulator can cut healing time down and keep you on your feet.
MD Podiatrist Discusses Selecting Running Shoe for Flat Feet
Protect your arches and prevent flat foot syndrome with proper footwear.
Plantar Fasciitis Rarely Requires Surgery: MD Podiatrist
Surgery may not be the answer to plantar fasciitis pain.
What’s Making Your Feet Itch? 3 Top Causes and Simple Solutions
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…
MD Podiatrist Offers Tips for Preventing Sports Injuries
Traditional therapies can be the answer to minor injuries.
Safety Concerns Force Schools to Ban Crocs: MD Podiatrist
The dangers of wearing crocs prompt schools to ban them in their buildings.
MD Podiatrist Discusses Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome
Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome affects many individuals, our treatment can relieve the pain.
Tracking Steps Helps to Monitor Fitness Progress: MD Podiatrist
Choosing the right footwear and replacing appropriately will aid in less foot pain and more productivity.
MD Podiatrist Reports Seeing More Burns from Barefoot Walking
There are many risks when going barefoot.
MD Podiatrist Discusses Tendonitis in Runners
Tendonitis pain can be treated as long as you don’t ignore the warning signs.
Stem Cells are the Foundation of Regenerative Medicine
Stem cell could be the key to regenerative medicine and rapid healing wounds.
MD Podiatrist Discusses How Hallux Disease Leads to Gait Pain
When your big toe starts to hurt, Its time to see your local podiatrist, Dr. Dan Michaels.
Diabetics Need to Inspect Feet Daily: MD Podiatrist
Diabetics benefit from daily foot exam, learn what you can do daily to prevent longterm issues.
5 Tips for Folks on Their Feet All Day
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…
MD Podiatrist Provides Advice on Choosing Orthopedic Shoes
Proper footwear is essential to foot health.
MD Podiatrist Discusses Pedal Signs of Metabolic Syndrome
What your feet can tell you about your metabolic health.
MD Podiatrist Details What to Look For in Running Shoes for Flat Feet
Brands like Hoka and Brooks provide proper support for flat foot runners.
MD Podiatrist Discusses Socks That Keep Feet Dry
The right sock can keep your feet dry and comfortable all day.
Many Hazards To Popular Pain Med: MD Podiatrist
Gabapentin is a controversial medication with concerning side effects.
MD Podiatrist Recommends Toe Spacers
Toe spacers are an affordable and easy to acquire option to ease toe pain
Are Your Feet Warning You About Thyroid Problems? 4 Signs to Watch For
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…
MD Podiatrist Discusses Home Treatment of Sore Arches
Pain caused by high heels can be remedied by this at home therapy.
MD Podiatrist Discusses Benefits of Camp Shoes
Protect your feet while hiking.
MD Podiatrist Discusses Bromodosis
Alternating shoes and using natural fiber socks can reduce smelly feet.
MD Podiatrist Discusses Conservative Treatment of Hallux Rigidus
Proper treatment protocol can ease joint pain.
MD Podiatrist Discusses Walking Shoes for Men Over 60
Protect your feet with the appropriate footwear for your feet.
Fat Pad Atrophy May Cause Heel Pain in Older Adults: MD Podiatrist
Arthritis in not always the culprit in foot pain for aging adults.
Foot Massager Can Help Alleviate Nerve Pain: MD Podiatrist
Those who suffer from peripheral neuropathy know it doesn’t manifest in just slight aches and pains. “Neuropathy refers to a process causing inflammation of the nerves, leading to symptoms such as numbness, tingling, and sometimes burning sensations,” explains Dan Michaels, DPM. “The most common causes of peripheral neuropathy are diabetes, vitamin deficiencies, metabolic disorders, and…
When Your Feet Can’t Feel: Understanding Nerve Issues
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…
MD Podiatrist Discusses Amniotic Membrane Grafts
“They’re expensive, that’s for sure,” Dr. Michaels said. A graft can cost between $200 and $3,000 per square centimeter, he said. But experts say that demand could be poised to rise. The use of amniotic membrane grafts is growing, albeit slowly, Dr. Michaels said, because “medicine is, by its nature, conservative.” When placed on difficult-to-heal…
Walking is Good Medicine for Healthy Aging: MD Podiatrist
According to Dan Michaels, DPM, “The evidence to date supporting walking as a viable, successful form of exercise is irrefutable. And apparently, it is wonderful therapy for such a long list of conditions it should be part of the treatment program for nearly every disease and malady. Yet rarely if ever is it prescribed or…
MD Podiatrist Recommends Towel Stretch to Flex and Relax Foot Muscles
Home stretches for foot pain and ankle pain can ease discomfort.
Understanding Gout: Causes, Symptoms, and Management
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….
MD Podiatrist Discusses Hazards of Going Barefoot
Learn from Dr. Dan Michaels and protect your feet from germs and harm
Metabolic Health, Routine Care, and Wounds: What You Need to Know
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?…
Many Misconceptions in Chronic Wound Care: MD Podiatrist
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…
