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It doesn’t matter if you’re an Olympic-level athlete or an occasional weekend player. No matter why, how often, or how seriously you play, a sudden sports injury can put you out of commission as fast as you can blink. Whether you’ve been recently injured or are looking to get back into your sport after time off from…

When you have diabetes, many serious complications, including peripheral neuropathy and nerve damage, can develop in your feet. If those issues don’t heal properly, you’re at risk for developing an even more severe complication called Charcot foot. Charcot foot is a serious medical condition, but if you’re diagnosed with it, the right treatment can save your…

Some people with flat feet, a condition where your feet don’t have a typical arch, are born with them. Others, though, are born with a healthy arch and develop flat feet and the associated health issues later in life. If you don’t currently have flat feet but are concerned about your foot health, podiatrists Ryan Golub, DPM,…

Plantar fasciitis is a painful foot condition that can make you feel like you’re in agony every time you take a step. Primarily impacting your heels, as well as the bottom of your foot from toe to heel, plantar fasciitis can cause stabbing pain when you walk and take months to fully resolve. While you’re healing…

When chronic foot pain doesn’t respond to conservative treatment, it can become a long-term problem that gets in the way of your everyday life. Thankfully, if you’re in this situation, a revolutionary treatment called pulse wave therapy is now available. This incredible FDA-cleared technology can resolve your foot condition in just a few short sessions…

In the early stages, hammertoes don’t always appear serious. They can look odd and bend in strange ways, but they don’t always initially cause pain or mobility problems. Without treatment, though, you’re at risk for developing potentially severe hammertoe complications. With those risks, it’s natural to wonder if hammertoes are hereditary. Podiatrists Ryan Golub, DPM, and Zachary Flynn, DPM,…

The inflammation, redness, and pain you get from an ingrown toenail is enough to make every step hurt and put a damper on your day. At Arizona Foot Health in Phoenix, Arizona, one common question our podiatrists get is whether ingrown toenails go away on their own. The bad news is, if you don’t get it treated, your ingrown toenail won’t…

When a bump starts growing on the outside of your big toe, there’s a strong likelihood you have bunions. Bunions can range from small to enormous and can cause no problems or be extremely painful. One common question about bunions is whether they require surgery to correct. The answer depends on a number of factors. Experienced…

Plantar fasciitis is one of the most painful foot conditions. You could experience stabbing pain extending from the heel to the front of your toes, making walking difficult. The pain from plantar fasciitis can be debilitating, but the good news is there are treatment options available that offer pain relief. According to podiatrists Ryan Golub, DPM, and Zachary…

If you have flat feet, which means your feet have no visible arch, you can sometimes develop complications from the condition. Flat feet don’t always cause problems, but issues can unexpectedly develop at any time. Ryan Golub, DPM, and Zachary Flynn, DPM, AACFAS, our podiatrists at Ryan Golub, DPM, and Zachary Flynn, DPM, AACFAS, recommend a specialist prevention…