Common Types of Skin Cancer
With the weather heating up, summer will be here before we know it! As restrictions lessen, many of us are taking time to enjoy the outdoors with swimming, sunbathing, …
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Ingrown Toenails in Children
If your child’s toe begins to look red and angry, an ingrown toenail may be the problem. An ingrown toenail occurs when the nail begins to grow into the …
What is a Foot Fracture?
The foot is a complex structure consisting of several small bones, muscles, tendons, and other soft tissues responsible for bearing your weight and helping you navigate the world around …
January – New Year’s Resolutions For Healthier, Stronger Feet
New Year’s resolutions are a tradition practiced year after year, and one of the most common resolutions is to become healthier. While it is an excellent goal, most think …
Don’t Forget to Use Your Benefits!
As the end of the year approaches, so does the deadline to use your insurance benefits! Depending on your insurance policy, you may have certain benefits that will expire …
National Diabetes Awareness Month
Did you know that over 30 million people in the United States are currently diagnosed with diabetes? As the number rises in our country, awareness is vital to the …
Fotona Laser Treatment for Fungal Nail Infections
Many conditions can cause thickened or discolored nails, but most often these symptoms are due to fungal infections in either fingernails or toenails. Fungal infections can develop in the …
Calcaneal Apophysitis
As you are gearing up for the new school year, your children may be preparing for the possibility of fall, winter, and spring sports. With vigorous (and socially distanced) …
Plantar Fasciitis: A Real Pain in the Foot
Your foot is made up of several moving parts, including bones, muscles, tendons, and ligaments. One such part is a ligament called the plantar fascia, which runs the length …
Skin Cancer Awareness Month
May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month, and here at DM Foot & Ankle Associates, we want to educate our patients on the importance of early detection and the warning …