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 person's kidneys are unable to filter uric acid crystals out of the bloodstream, the crystals can build ...
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Blog Articles about Foot & Ankle Issues, Treatments and Management from Sweeney Foot & Ankle, The Woodlands and Magnolia, Texas
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 can negatively affect your physical health in numerous ways. For instance, those with diabetes experience a higher risk of developi...
As a responsible parent, you should add pediatric foot problems to the long list of things to keep an eye on.
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 ...
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...
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...
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...
There are some misconceptions about what causes a foot stress fracture. Unlike other commonly damaged bones, a stress fracture in the foot g...
Also known as Hallux Valgus, a bunion is a foot condition that occurs when the big toe bends toward and pushes the smaller ones. It causes t...
