Dr. Libby Putnam, a podiatrist, sees many diabetic patients in her practice with Atlantic Foot and Ankle Specialists. She recommends that diabetics religiously check their blood sugar so they can Read more

Bunions form when the big toe pushes up against the other toes, forcing the joint in the opposite direction. There are several treatments, depending on severity. "Sometimes just a simple Read more

Obesity nearly doubles the odds of a patient having the most severe category of ankle fracture, according to research published in a recent issue of the American College of Foot Read more

After Dr. Hillary Brenner completed a toe shortening procedure for a patient who was constantly in pain, she noticed an influx of women asking her to provide toe shortening services Read more

Obesity, overuse, and high heels can shorten and tighten the Achilles tendon at the back of the heel, where you feel pain, said Dr. Jim Ioli, assistant professor of orthopedic Read more