The Best Running Shoes for Flat Feet and High Arches

June 4, 2019
If you’re experiencing pain when you run, look no further than your feet. The type of running shoe you wear can have a significant impact on your heel strikes, foot strikes, and all-around foot and ankle health. Whether you have flat feet, high arches, or something in-between, here are some...
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How To Keep Kids Off Their Feet After Surgery, from Our Harrisburg Foot Surgeon

May 14, 2019
We all know it’s hard to keep kids down! After all, for a child, there’s a lot of running around to do, games to play, and friends to see. However, when your child has a foot or ankle injury, or is recovering from foot surgery, it’s important that they take...
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10 Tips For Reducing High Heel Pain, from Our Harrisburg Foot Doctor

May 7, 2019
Spring is almost here, bringing with it plenty of weddings, graduations, and miscellaneous events that call for high heels. As podiatrists specializing in foot and ankle care, our number one high heel tip is “don’t wear them,” but if you’re itching for the glamorous look that only heels can bring,...
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Double Pinky Toenails: What Is an Accessory Nail?

April 16, 2019
Learn more about “sixth toenails” from a Concord NC foot surgeon. You may have noticed when trimming your toenails that one of your toes—most likely your pinky toe—appears to be split lengthwise down the middle, so that you have two toenails growing side-by-side. In podiatry, these tiny “sixth toenails” are...
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Our Harrisburg Foot Surgeon Shares Ways to Help Flat Feet

April 9, 2019
We’ve all heard the expression “flat-footed,” but what exactly does it mean? Pes Planus, also known as “fallen arches”, is quite common, affecting about 25% of Americans. While flat feet are usually painless, they can sometimes lead to a number of health complications. Below are some common causes of flat feet,...
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The Most Common Foot and Ankle Injuries to Watch Out For, According to Our Ballantyne Podiatrist

March 19, 2019
Hitting your workout too fast or too hard after a long period of rest can put strain on your heels, calves, tendons, and joints. Therefore, be sure to build up your conditioning slowly, and look out for the following common foot and ankle injuries as you hit the track, basketball...
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