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Not only is toenail fungus an embarrassing problem, it’s also a difficult condition to fix. Even prescription medication doesn’t always work. Now that it’s sandal season, you may be looking for a more effective treatment to get rid of your ugly toenail infection. The board-certified podiatrists at Arlington Foot and...

You have an ankle injury. Is it a fracture? Ankle fractures often happen when you’ve had a direct hit to the lower leg and/or foot, such as from a sports injury or a car accident. On the other hand, minor ankle fractures, such as a stress fracture, can occur from...

Pregnancy brings many changes in your body to prepare it for the birth of your little one. Weight gain, dramatic changes in hormone levels, and swollen legs, ankles, and feet all combine to make foot pain inevitable. A recent research report found that all pregnant women enrolled in a study...

Sports deliver physical, mental, and social benefits. However, they also put you at risk of sports-related injuries. The board-certified podiatrists at Arlington/Mansfield Foot & Ankle Centers in Arlington and Mansfield, Texas, are experts in managing foot-related sports injuries, from ankle sprains to shin splints. That often means custom orthotics. Custom...

Not being able to drive is a serious hassle, so it’s understandable that you want to get back behind the wheel as soon as possible. The timeline for resuming driving after breaking your foot varies greatly from person to person and depends on several factors.  Ultimately, you need to talk...

For anyone with arthritis, you’re well aware of how it can have a major impact on your mobility, especially in the feet and ankles. With over 30 joints in each foot, these structures are susceptible to wear and tear, inflammation, and injury. When arthritis takes hold, it can cause pain,...

If you have a bunion, a bony bump that develops on the joint at the base of your big toe, you know it can cause pain, swelling, and stiffness, making it difficult to stay active.  But while exercising with bunions can be uncomfortable, it’s not impossible. If you’ve been avoiding...

Are you struggling with shin splints while trying to maintain your running routine?  Shin splints, or medial tibial stress syndrome, cause pain along the front of your lower leg, which is common in runners. The pain often feels like a dull ache or sharp stabbing sensation along the inner side...

If you’ve sprained your ankle more than once, you know how frustrating and painful it can be. You may find yourself wondering why your ankle seems to be so prone to injury.  The truth is recurrent ankle sprains are more common than you might think, and they often point to...

Have you dealt with the discomfort of an ingrown toenail? If so, you know just how painful and frustrating this foot issue can be. Ingrown toenails develop when the edge of your toenail grows into the surrounding skin, causing symptoms like redness, swelling, and even infection.  If you’re not careful,...

Waking up in the middle of the night with a sudden, intense pain in your big toe? You might be experiencing a flare-up of gout, a form of arthritis that can cause excruciating pain and discomfort.  Understanding the symptoms of gout is important for getting early diagnosis and treatment, which...

Are you feeling frustrated with persistent warts on your feet? You're not alone. Many people struggle with these stubborn growths, wondering if they'll ever find a solution that actually works.  That’s because while warts are common, getting rid of them can be a long and irritating process — which is...

Most people know diabetes as a common health condition that impacts your body’s ability to make and use insulin, an important hormone that controls blood sugar levels. However, fewer people are aware of the effects diabetes has on your feet.  Having diabetes increases your risk of developing complicated health problems...

Have you ever felt like you're walking with a pebble in your shoe, yet there's nothing there when you check? Or maybe you've experienced a burning sensation, numbness, or pain in the ball of your foot that just won't go away and stops you from doing the things you love. ...

Having a bunion is no fun, and if you’re stuck with this small bony protrusion on the side of your foot, you know it can make daily tasks like walking or wearing shoes a pain.  If you have one of these bony growths, you’re probably wondering if your bunion will...

Are you suspicious that you may have shin splints but aren’t entirely sure what the signs are? This condition, also called medial tibial stress syndrome, can affect athletes and non-athletes alike.  Shin splints develop after exercise and other physical activity. They’re triggered by inflammation of the muscles, tendons, and bone...

If you have plantar fasciitis, you know that this painful condition can be hard to manage. Plantar fasciitis develops when the plantar fascia, a thick band of tissue on the bottom of your foot, is strained and develops small tears.  This causes inflammation in your plantar fascia, making it tighten...

If you have a hammertoe, which gets its name from the hammer-like shape your toe takes, you’re no stranger to the pain and discomfort it brings. This deformity usually affects your second, third, or fourth toe.   At Arlington/Mansfield Foot & Ankle Centers, our skilled providers have years of experience diagnosing...

If you struggle from athlete’s foot, you know the unsightly, uncomfortable condition can really get you down. And if nothing you’ve tried has prevented it from occurring again, you’re in the right place.  At Arlington/Mansfield Foot and Ankle Centers in Arlington and Mansfield, Texas, our board-certified providers have years of...

Running can be a fantastic way to exercise, and it plays a key role in many sports and physical pastimes. But hitting the pavement over and over can also be tough on your feet.  At Arlington/Mansfield Foot & Ankle Centers in Texas, our board-certified podiatrists see runners battling various foot...

When it comes to sports, fitness, and regular daily activities that require getting from one place to another, your Achilles tendon is a critical player. This sturdy band of tissue connects your calf muscles to your heel bone, making it essential for walking, running, and jumping.  Unfortunately, its overuse or...

If you’re dealing with bunions, you know what a pain they can be. These bony bumps that develop at the base of your big toe can cause pain, discomfort, and swelling. It can even make it a challenge to find comfortable shoes.  Bunions result when the metatarsophalangeal (MTP) joint at...

It’s important to seek prompt medical attention for an infected ingrown toenail. The right treatment stops the infection from spreading and prevents potentially serious complications, which may include issues like: Cellulitis, or bacterial skin infections Abscesses Paronychia — infection around the nail Permanent nail deformity Osteomyelitis — bone infection Systemic...

Injured ankles are a common problem. In fact, about a third of sports injuries are related to this small but mighty joint, making ankle injuries one of the most common musculoskeletal problems.  When an ankle injury isn’t treated properly, it might not heal correctly. This can lead to chronic complications...

If you’re like most people, you probably take your feet for granted — until they cause you pain or make it difficult to walk. Morton’s neuroma is a common foot condition that can make walking, running, or even standing on your feet difficult.   The good news is that when addressed...

If you’re suffering from an ankle fracture, chances are you want to know how long it will be before you’re back on your feet. The truth is that the healing process and recovery depend on the nature of your fracture, your overall health, and other factors.   The board-certified providers at...

You’ve seen orthotics at the store or when shopping online. But custom orthotics are specially designed inserts made from high-quality materials to support your unique feet and foot conditions.  At Arlington/Mansfield Foot & Ankle Centers in Texas, our board-certified providers evaluate your feet and discuss your symptoms with you to...

If you’re struggling with foot pain, tendonitis or inflammation of the tendons could be the reason. In fact, this condition, which can develop in your foot or ankle, is one of the most common causes of chronic foot pain. The good news is that the board-certified providers at Arlington/Mansfield Foot & Ankle Centers provide personalized tendonitis care to...

There’s nothing better than leaving the salon pampered and relaxed after someone cares for your feet. But salon pedicures aren’t always safe because even in facilities that look clean on the surface, unsanitary conditions can lead to infection, ingrown toenails, foot fungus, and more.  At Arlington/Mansfield Foot & Ankle Centers,...

Your feet and ankles are responsible for carrying you from point A to point B, and while that may seem like a simple task, your foot and ankle anatomy is rather complex. Each foot contains 33 joints, 26 bones, and over 100 tendons, muscles, and ligaments. Your ankle is a joint...

If you have gout, a painful type of arthritis, you know that the swelling it causes in the joint of your big toe can cause burning, sensitivity, and extreme pain. Our board-certified providers at Arlington/Mansfield Foot & Ankle Centers offer specialized care to help you manage this troublesome condition.  Our...

You’re in good company if you’re struggling with a sprained ankle. Researchers estimate about a third of all sports medicine injuries are ankle sprains, which makes them the most common musculoskeletal injury.  When you have a sprained ankle, it’s important to ensure it heals properly if you want to avoid...

If you have diabetes and want to experience the best quality of life possible, part of managing your condition means taking care of your feet. This is because diabetes increases your risk of serious foot complications, including developing diabetic foot ulcers.  The board-certified providers at Arlington/Mansfield Foot & Ankle Centers...

Shin splints may not be life-threatening, but for over 3 million Americans, they cause problems that interfere with your quality of life. The soreness, swelling, and tenderness shin splints cause make carrying out everyday activities a pain. And if not treated, shin splints can develop into a stress fracture.  At Arlington/Mansfield Foot & Ankle Centers,...

Do you struggle with significant pain or lack of mobility due to disease or injury in your ankle? You may wonder if a total ankle replacement (arthroscopy), or TAR, is right for you. This amazing surgery can restore your mobility and end your pain, but not all people with ankle issues are...

A total ankle replacement (total ankle arthroplasty) is surgery to treat arthritis or other issues of the ankle joint. It works to restore your mobility and eliminate pain by replacing damaged or diseased bone and tissue and replacing them with prosthetic implants. Board-certified surgeons, Ryan N. Lawrence, DPM, and Joe T. Southerland, DPM,...

For some patients with ankle arthritis or significant ankle damage, a total ankle replacement is the best option for restoring function and easing pain. At Arlington/Mansfield Foot & Ankle Centers in Texas, one of the most common questions our patients ask is about the length of recovery.  Our board-certified surgeons,...

Your ankle may be small, but this complex joint plays a major role in your ability to stand, walk, run, turn, and twist on your feet. Three main bones come together and are held in place by your tendons and ligaments, and the cartilage between these bones helps keep your...

Pain in your heel or foot can make even the most simple tasks, like getting from the bedroom to the bathroom, a struggle. Two of the most common causes of this type of pain include Achilles tendonitis and plantar fasciitis, but it’s not always easy to tell which one is...

Here in Texas, we’re never too far away from sandal and open-toe shoe season. If toenail fungus and the yellow, thick, crusty nails it brings has you too embarrassed to show off your tootsies, now is the right time to start treatment.  At the Arlington/Mansfield Foot & Ankle Centers offices...

There’s no doubt that ankle replacement surgery can significantly improve your quality of life. This procedure, called an ankle arthroplasty, involves the removal of damaged bone and tissues from your damaged joint and reconstruction using prosthetic components.    At the Arlington/Mansfield Foot & Ankle Centers offices in Arlington and Mansfield, Texas,...

If you have a bunion, you know this small bony mass on the side of your big toe can cause major pain. And this pain can severely limit your quality of life, making everyday tasks, like walking or buying shoes, painful and challenging.  The bunion experts at Arlington/Mansfield Foot &...

November is here and with it comes the start of the holiday season. Unfortunately, the pain, swelling, and irritation tendonitis causes can put an end to your holiday preparations and plans. The good news is that with effective treatment, you can end your tendon pain instead.     At Arlington/Mansfield Foot &...

Do you find yourself choosing high heels more often than you wear flats or supportive footwear? Wedges, pumps, and stilettos may be great for your style, but if you wear any type of high heels frequently, they could be affecting the nerves in your feet.    The board-certified providers at Arlington/Mansfield...

Did you know that about 33 million adults in the US have osteoarthritis (OA), making it the most common joint disorder in America? In fact, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimate that in less than 20 years, more than one quarter of adults in America will be...

Your ankles may be small, but they have a big job, helping you stand, balance, and move. Made up of three bones, ligaments, and tendons, there are countless ways to injure this important joint — which is why it’s one of the most commonly injured joints in the United States. ...

Pain and discomfort are your body’s way of drawing attention to a problematic area. If you’re experiencing a dull or throbbing ache along the inside of your shins, you may have a condition called medial tibial stress syndrome — more commonly referred to as shin splints.  At Arlington/Mansfield Foot &...

Summer in Texas means bare feet, swimming pools, and fun by the shore. But along with sandals and exposed tootsies comes an increased risk of developing plantar warts.   Unsightly plantar warts can not only make you self-conscious about your feet, but they can cause pain and discomfort as well. Wondering...

Are you suffering from the burning pain gout brings? Did you know the foods and beverages you consume could be making your pain worse? Certain foods and beverages trigger an increase in your body’s production of uric acid, a waste product found in your blood.  The board-certified podiatrists at Arlington/Mansfield...

Your tendons connect your bones and muscles, helping your body move and function smoothly. When one of these bands of tissue and collagen is damaged or injured, you can develop tendonitis, a painful condition that may cause: A dull ache around the affected joint Heat, swelling, or redness around the...

It may not be life-threatening, but injuring a toe can be a big pain! If you stubbed or bumped your toe and think it may be broken, it’s hard to know when to seek help and when to wait it out at home.  As part of our comprehensive line of...

Hammertoe is a condition that causes an abnormal bend in the toes, most often in your second toe. Imbalanced muscles cause the end of your toe to dip down, giving your foot a claw-like appearance.    Though the condition may not cause any symptoms when it begins, most people experience pain,...

Your feet may be small when compared with the rest of your body, but they have a big job to do. It doesn’t matter how old you are or what’s involved in your line of work, even simple tasks, like standing and holding your body weight or walking, put stress...

Whether it’s a recent injury or an old one, an untreated ankle injury can mean problems down the line. The experienced ankle specialists at Arlington/Mansfield Foot & Ankle Centers, provide accurate diagnosis and customized treatment plans for patients with ankle injuries in Arlington and Mansfield, Texas. Take a moment to...

Are you struggling with a sore ankle or foot? Most active people are used to a few aches and pains, but athletes and weekend warriors are more likely to develop tendonitis.  This condition involves the irritation or inflammation of a tendon, the thick cords of tissue that connect your muscles...

Are your toenails crusty, thick, or crumbly, and yellow or brown in color? While unsightly toenails can be embarrassing, they’re not merely a cosmetic condition. Onychomycosis, or toenail fungus, causes your toenails’ appearance to change and can spread to your feet causing athlete’s foot.     At Arlington/Mansfield Foot & Ankle Centers,...

Did you know ankle injuries are one of the most common bone and joint injuries for athletes, weekend warriors, and those of us just walking through different daily activities? Many people assume it’s easy to tell the difference between a fractured bone and a joint sprain, but sprains and fractures...

Although almost everyone is likely to have a wart at some point or another in their life, warts can be embarrassing — both to have and to discuss with your doctor. It’s especially frustrating when you don’t know how to get rid of one of these bothersome bumps.    The board-certified...

Summer has arrived and with sandal season comes time off work and school, days by the pool, lake, or beach, and picnics in the park. But if you get tinea pedis, or athlete’s foot, this summer, you could end up too preoccupied about your tootsies to enjoy the sand between...

Women have long sacrificed comfort for fashion — especially when it comes to shoes! But wearing fashionable high heels can cause more than an evening of discomfort. They could cause permanent damage to your feet and toes.   At Arlington/Mansfield Foot & Ankle Centers, we treat women of all ages in...

Did you know that you could be having a gout flare-up if your big toe swells? Gout is a type of arthritis that usually affects the health of the joint of your big toe. The experienced podiatrists at Arlington/Mansfield Foot & Ankle Centers are skilled at diagnosing gout and helping...

If you’re one of the more than 100 million Americans living with diabetes or prediabetes, you might not be focused on how the disease affects your feet. But each year, 230 Americans undergo amputation due to diabetes every single day. What’s more? Over 85% of those amputations are due to...

Do your shins hurt after exercise, walking fast to catch up with colleagues, or simply being on your feet all day? If so, you’re not alone. The problem could be shin splints, a condition affecting over 3 million Americans every year.  At Arlington/Mansfield Foot & Ankle Centers, we understand the...

When you develop a painful growth on the bottom of your foot, finding the root cause of pain becomes your number one priority. It’s likely you’ll also want immediate solutions for quick pain relief. In many cases, it’s a plantar wart that’s causing that intense foot pain. The experienced podiatry...

Inflammation can be a good thing. When you have a bacterial infection or get attacked by a virus, your body sends white blood cells and other substances to the area to fight the foreign intruders.  On the other hand, inflammation hurts. For instance, certain types of arthritis are associated with...

Your joints are designed to do a lot of amazing things: bend, hinge, pivot, twist, and rotate. But, they're not designed to do two of those things at once. All that movement could lead to problems, like an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL).  Our team at Arlington/Mansfield Foot & Ankle Centers...

If the first steps you take in the morning are anything but pleasant because of foot pain, you may be living with plantar fasciitis. While the pain might decrease as you move about, it’s likely to return after lengthy periods on your feet or whenever you stand up.  Thankfully, there’s...

The numbers surrounding diabetes are eye-opening — almost 10% of the population in the United States has diabetes, and this number is increasing by 5% each year. It’s little wonder that the medical world is calling diabetes a national (and global) crisis. And one of the more insidious side effects...

Your ankle bears all of the weight of your body, and it’s a joint that’s used every single day.  While a sprained ankle may seem like a minor injury, if it’s left untreated or is not treated properly, it can all too easily lead to chronic instability.  This is not...

It’s summertime, and that means it’s time to break out the bathing suits and sandals. But not so fast. Have you noticed that your feet start to ache by the end of the summer? Or maybe you notice that your feet get injured more often during the summer months.  Just...

Did you know that many aches and pains throughout your musculoskeletal system can be traced to problems with your feet? Functional problems or misalignment in your foot and ankle can lead to misalignment elsewhere. The result? Pain and instability. You don’t need to live with this pain. There are treatments...

Unless you live your life on the couch, you need to spend some time on your feet each day. And if a bunion has formed, you may start to experience persistent or intermittent foot pain. Wearing shoes may be uncomfortable due to a protrusion or callous. You don’t have to...

Consider the size of your feet in relation to the rest of your body, and you realize that your entire support and mobility rests on a pair of very small appendages. And making the connection are your ankles, which facilitate your every step, allowing you to walk, run, jump, and...

Pain and swelling around your toe and the inability to wear certain shoes might be signs of an ingrown toenail. It’s a common condition that you can sometimes take care of at home. But if the pain becomes unbearable, or you can see an infection in the tissue around your...