One of moms favorite old remedies for an injury was placing hydrogen peroxide on a wound. When you see the bubble effect it means its working and you know the area is nice and clean. An increasing amount of evidence in the scientific community suggests that this may not be the best choice.   …

Dr. Libby Putnam has written a 10 part blog series comparing the most popular shoe types to three different things, an ice cream flavor, a Disney movie, and a member of the animal kingdom. So without further ado, we present the first entry: Athletic Shoes. Athletic Shoes Everybody should have a decent pair of athletic…

Who is excited about this warmer weather? I know I am. If you’re anything like me, donning a breezy pair of sandals seems like just the thing when heading to the beach or enjoying some fresh air on a warm day. While bearing those toes can seem like a great idea during these warm months,…

   One of the most common questions we as podiatrists get on a daily basis, is whether or not it is good to soak the foot for their condition. If soaking is good, what do I use and how do I go about doing it? Some patients are under the impression that soaking the foot…

Saint Patrick’s Day (also known as the Feast of Saint Patrick) is a cultural and religious celebration that takes place every year on March 17, commemorating the most widely-recognized patron saint of Ireland, Saint Patrick. Today, Saint Patrick’s Day is widely recognized and celebrated throughout the United States, primarily as a recognition of Irish and…

   One of the most common questions from patients we deal with on an everyday basis is “What’s good to put on my dry feet?” Many patients swear that rubbing vaseline on their feet is the best option. Vaseline was created to be a skin protectant. This means it was designed  to protect skin in…

Life From The Feet Up is a new podcast brought to you by Atlantic Foot & Ankle Specialists. The first episode features Demon Thompson, Certified Pedorthist at Atlantic Foot & Ankle Specialists. He discusses the importance of foot health, and it’s connection to overall body health. Click below to listen.   CLICK HERE TO LISTEN…

            I’ve lost count how many times I accidentally stubbed my toe against something that’s fairly easy to spot, especially during running. Perhaps it’s my innate klutz, but sometimes I think I just have the worst luck. I resolved myself into getting used to the occasional bumps, and I was doing pretty well, until one…

When training for a half or full marathon there are all types running gear to get you through training. Most importantly, you’ll need is a new pair of running shoes. Without a good pair, you can expect a lot of pain in your legs and lower back. Fleet Feet would be a perfect running store…

I’ve seen a lot of sketchy DIY articles online over the years relating to self-administered health care, but I stumbled on one this morning that really scared me. The topic was black nails–the kind you get secondary to trauma, from a hematoma (blood blister) that builds up under the nail. It can cause pressure, and…