Ingrown toenails can be extremely painful. They can cause swelling and bleeding, and also lead to a bacterial or fungal toenail infection. While you may be able to treat a minor ingrown toenail yourself, in most cases it’s best to have them treated by your foot doctor for complete relief and to avoid unnecessary complications….

In recognition of American Heart Month, it’s the perfect time to raise awareness about circulation problems like peripheral artery disease that can lead to severe problems like heart attack and stroke. Peripheral artery disease (PAD) is caused by excessive fat deposits in the lining of your arteries that often causes adverse symptoms in the feet…

Skin cancer is often associated with excessive exposure to ultraviolet light so many people believe they are unlikely to develop skin cancer on their feet. This is not the case. In fact, some of the most dangerous tumors start growing on the feet unnoticed. One type of cancer can grow hidden under your toenails mimicking…

While professional athletes and practitioners of dance may be more susceptible to experiencing a foot or ankle fracture, just engaging in a regular exercise program or vigorous work puts considerable stress on the feet. You can help avoid foot and ankle injuries and fractures by wearing properly fitted shoes with custom orthotic devices. The type…

November is American Diabetes Month and a time when we pay particular attention to the explosive growth of diabetes and the major foot complications that can plague sufferers. Nerve damage from diabetes can cause foot numbness so that cuts and other foot damage goes undetected until the problem has worsened. A diabetic foot ulcer can…

Ankle injuries are among the most common problems treated by foot doctors. An ankle sprain or strain often happens without warning by rolling your foot over while playing sports or by awkwardly stepping on a curb while crossing the street. The ankle joint consists of many bones, ligaments, and other tissues that are susceptible to…

Celebrated each year during June, Men’s Health Month brings awareness to the health issues all men face. This is an annual observance aimed at raising awareness of preventable health problems and encouraging early detection and treatment of disease among men and boys. This includes men’s feet! Let’s encourage the health of men’s feet with some simple…

  Summer is here, and people are getting outside to enjoy all the outdoor activities this season offers. Every year, one big problem is toenail fungus. People tend to walk about barefoot during summer. Many walk on damp grounds around the pool, locker room, or beach. Some simply have sweaty feet. Don’t worry! Dr. Robitaille is here…

After the long cold winter, warm weather has finally arrived. People young and old are getting out to enjoy the fresh spring air. With that extra activity, of course, is extra wear and tear on your feet. Don’t worry, follow these tips to make sure your feet stay happy and healthy this spring. Whether it’s…

Let thy food be thy medicine,” said the ancient Greek doctor Hippocratées, and it’s still true. March is National Nutrition Month and a time where we explore how diet and health are related. We don’t always connect the health of our feet to the foods we eat, but there’s an important relationship. Let’s take a…