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Blog Articles about Foot & Ankle Issues, Treatments and Management from Sweeney Foot & Ankle, The Woodlands and Magnolia, Texas

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Understanding Idiopathic Polyneuropathy: A Guide for Patients

Have you been experiencing numbness, tingling, or pain in your hands and feet? These symptoms can be unsettling, and you might be wondering what's causing them. One possibility is a condition called idiopathic polyneuropathy.

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Understanding “Drop Foot”: Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis and Treatments

Drop foot, also known as foot drop, is not a disease but a medical condition characterized by the inability to lift the front part of the fo...
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Understanding Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome

Tarsal tunnel syndrome (TTS) is a relatively rare but significant disorder that can cause discomfort and pain in the foot and ankle, includi...
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Understanding Nerve Pain in the Lower Leg: 6 Common Causes Explained

Lower leg pain is a prevalent issue experienced by many individuals, and it can have various causes, ranging from minor overuse to more seri...
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Decoding Neuropathy: Symptoms, Causes, and Management Strategies

Neuropathy, which is also called peripheral neuropathy, affects the peripheral nerves, which are the nerves that travel to your extremities,...
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Foot Pain and Diabetes: Everything You Need to Know

Anyone who suffers from diabetes is at a higher risk of developing foot pain due to nerve damage. This condition is called diabetic neuropat...
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Why is My Foot Numb?

Why is my foot numb? is a question that should be asked of a podiatrist since it may indicate a serious underlying problem.

Are Your Feet Burning? Here's What You Need to Know...

The feet support the weight of the entire body. They are, therefore, prone to problems. About 90% of us suffer from foot problems at one poi...
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What Is Morton's Neuroma?

Morton's Neuroma refers to a painful condition that involves the ball of the foot, which is located near the third and fourth toes. Many pat...