I have recently seen several kids at the public pool wearing pieces of duct tape underneath their feet to cover their plantar warts. However, is this method really effective in the treatment of warts? The scientific community suggests that this may not be the best option. The practice of duct tape to cover warts was…

Ant bites are a common occurrence at Atlantic Foot and Ankle Specialists in Statesboro. Today, I had the pleasure of treating a lovely, spirited female patient. She was approximately 75 years of age with the most pleasant demeanor. I noticed that there were multiple ant bite pustules located on the top of both feet. Before…

Condition: Hallux Limitus/Hallux Rigidus Hallux is the medical term for the big toe. Hallux limitus is the medical term for progressive condition where the big toe is not able to bend up satisfactorily at the joint where the toe attached to the foot. Over time the condition may progress and becomes more severe and the…

   This a complaint we hear from patients on a regular basis.  This is characteristic of a condition called bursitis or metatarsalgia. The pain experienced with this condition is generally in the ball of the foot, the area toward the bottom of the foot underneath the toes. It can occur underneath any of the toes,…

If your child is frequently tripping and his toes are pointing inward, he might have a foot type referred to as metatarsus adductus.  This type of foot anomaly commonly gives rise to a pigeon-toed appearance. By definition, the bones of the forefoot turn inward with this foot type. Metatarsus adductus is one of the most…

Atlantic Foot & Ankle Speciailsts is excited to announce the arrival of our newest podiatrist, Dr. Ido Friedman. Dr. Ido Friedman was born in Petach Tikva, Israel and he has a brother and a sister who both live in Israel. After high school, he joined the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) where initially  was  trained in…

“Baby its COLD outside!”  Yes, it is! I have been noticing that my skin has been much drier and dehydrated since the noticeable change in weather here in Southeast Georgia. So, in the wake of these frigid conditions, I decided to share my tried and true method of hydrating my feet.  I even use this…

As the hustle and bustle of the holiday season is upon us, and the colder winter weather approaches, its important to keep good foot health in mind. Some simple tips can help keep you active through the winter and in to the new year.   Supportive shoegear is a must when fighting through crowds at…

Diabetes is a disease in which the body does not produce or properly use insulin.   We use insulin to convert sugar, starches, and other food into the energy necessary for our daily life.  While the cause of diabetes is unknown, factors such as obesity and lack of exercise play important roles. The primary interventions to…

In observance of National Diabetes Awareness Month we’ve put together some real eye opening numbers.