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• posted: Feb. 17, 2020
• Heel Pain

Heel pain is a common foot problem that podiatrists often treat. Knowing the cause of your pain is important in determining the most effective treatment method. Even if the pain Read More

• posted: Feb. 05, 2020
• PAD,  Peripheral Artery Disease

Peripheral artery disease (PAD) is a condition that often affects blood flow to the legs due to narrowing of the arteries. PAD is caused by atherosclerosis, a serious condition in Read More

• posted: Jan. 21, 2020
• Warts,  Plantar Warts

Oddly enough, there are a lot of Old Wives Tales and folk remedies surrounding warts. Perhaps you’ve even heard of some one them; however, if you end up dealing with Read More

• posted: Jan. 07, 2020
• Sprain,  Sprained Ankle

One wrong step and you could just end up dealing with a sprained ankle. A sprain occurs when the ankle suddenly rolls inwards or outwards, which jolts the ankle joint Read More

• posted: Dec. 12, 2019
• Foot Preparation

Would you like to learn more about how to properly prepare and care for your feet during winter? The podiatrists at Idaho Foot & Ankle Associates in Bosie, Nampa and Read More

• posted: Dec. 10, 2019
• Ingrown toenails

An ingrown toenail is a common foot problem that occurs when the corner of a toenail, usually the big toe, grows into the skin. As you might imagine, this can Read More

• posted: Nov. 27, 2019
• toenail fungus

Toenail fungus is a common problem that can be rather challenging to get rid of. While toenail fungus can happen to anyone it most often occurs in older adults. If Read More

• posted: Nov. 13, 2019
• Plantar Fasciitis

While heel pain is a common problem this doesn’t mean that it should just be brushed aside or considered a small matter. Untreated heel pain can lead to long-term pain Read More

• posted: Nov. 04, 2019
• Baby Feet

A child's feet grow rapidly during the first year, reaching almost half of their adult foot size. This is why podiatrists consider the first year to be the most important Read More

• posted: Oct. 22, 2019
• Blisters

While the appearance of blisters may be embarrassing, the pain accompanying them is often much worse and more of a concern for people who have them. Although blisters are a Read More

• posted: Sep. 30, 2019
• bunions

With the ability to cause nagging discomfort throughout the day and prohibit daily movements as simple as walking, bunions can quickly turn from a barely noticeable bump on your toe, Read More

• posted: Sep. 20, 2019
• Metatarsalgia

Metatarsalgia denotes a common foot condition characterized by pain and inflammation of the joints and bones of the ball of the foot - the area just before the toes, also Read More

• posted: Sep. 10, 2019
• Foot Odor

The feet have more sweat glands than any other part of the body, which means they have the ability to sweat profusely. With your feet encased in your shoes all Read More

• posted: Aug. 26, 2019
• Bone Spurs

Bone spurs, also known as osteophytes, can occur anywhere in the skeletal system, and the feet are no exception. Bone spurs are simply overgrowths of bone, which most commonly form Read More

• posted: Aug. 20, 2019
• Hiking Injuries

Hiking is a great physical pursuit that allows you to combine exercise with experiencing nature first-hand. For those who enjoy this activity, however, staying safe is vitally important, and that Read More

• posted: Aug. 08, 2019
• Sprained Ankle

Signs and Treatment for Sprained Ankles Do you have a sprained ankle? Ankle sprains are among the most common injuries. Ankle sprains sprain occur when the ligaments in the ankle are Read More