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…

Nutrition is critical while training for a marathon or half marathon. The key food group for runners is CARBS. Carbs provide your fuel and you need to make sure your body is taking in enough carbs. Men and women need to consume 2000-2500 calories each day. While training, you will need to add 100 calories…

        Your feet are your foundation for everything you do in life. After years of walking, exercising, standing, and even doing damage to your feet you need some sort of support to fix the underlying issues your feet are dealing with. Orthotics are a device that slip into your shoes that fix…

As Seen On TV products are hit or miss for me. The Salad Spinner was an instant hit, and I bought one for all of my family members. The Bump-It? Not so great. My sister gave it to me as a gag gift for my birthday. I think it lives in the back of one…

10 Things your Podiatrist Should Tell You!   1. When going to buy new shoes from a shoe store, your salesperson should measure your feet!  Just like your eyes change, your feet change with age and some of you have been wearing the same size for years. Make sure you are purchasing the right size….

Pre-Training: When training for a half-marathon, you should be able to run for at least 30 minutes without stopping. When starting it is not about the distance, you just need to get your body used to this type of exercise. Try to not only run on a treadmill; you should try and run outside because…

Ouch! Life’s a BEACH! Beach season is definitely in full swing. What better way to spend your weekend than diving into all the fun festivities at the beach! While enjoying your time in the sun you should also be aware and take precautions. Jellyfish stings are as common as sunburns when hitting the beach.  While…

Atlantic Foot & Ankle will Rock the Marathon     Runners! On your mark, get set, GO! What an adrenaline rush you get while participating in a half or full marathon with hundreds of people. The staff at AFAS has the pleasure to be a part of the 2012 Savannah Rock n Roll Marathon!  …

We live where fire ants live, or what Kenny Loggins would refer to as the “Danger Zone”. Fire Ant Frustrations We live in the South, so it’s happened to us all. We are out at a barbeque, picnic, gardening, etc. and all of a sudden, ouch! Fire ants! You didn’t even notice you’ve been standing…

 I like to ask my diabetic patients an open-ended question when I see them for check-ups or nail care visits: “As a diabetic, what do you do to care for your feet?” One of the answers I get most often is, “I soak them.”  Unfortunately, this is the wrong answer! It’s a common misconception, and…