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Foot & Ankle Specialty Blog

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

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Dancer's Feet: Common Foot Problems and How to Prevent Them

From broken nails and blisters to hammer toes and fractures, foot problems are very common among dancers. Over time, years of dancing jazz, tap, ballet and en pointe can result in more serious, permanent damage to the feet. Completing jumps...

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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...
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Gout: Do You Know the Symptoms?

Gout is a painful form of inflammatory arthritis that typically affects a single joint. The big toe is a common target for gout. When a pers...
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February Feet: Top 5 Tips to get Your Winter Feet Ready for Summer

Summer is on its way, and you’re certainly going to want to slip on some comfy beach sandals and set your feet free. If you’re like most of ...

Diabetes and Foot Health

Diabetes can negatively affect your physical health in numerous ways. For instance, those with diabetes experience a higher risk of developi...
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Common Childhood Foot Problems

As a responsible parent, you should add pediatric foot problems to the long list of things to keep an eye on.
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Getting a Handle on Runner's Toe

If you log more than 30 miles per week of running, you’re probably familiar with that unsightly foot condition known as “runner’s toe.” The ...
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Arch Support & Arch Issues

Every foot consists of three arches: two that run longitudinally from front to back on each side of the foot, and a third that runs transver...
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4 Ways to Treat Plantar Fasciitis

People who spend a lot of time on their feet, as well as certain athletes, are at risk for developing plantar fasciitis. Genetics play a rol...
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Ankle Sprains 101

An ankle sprain is a common injury that can affect patients of any age. Below is some basic information about ankle sprains and how they can...