Clean, dry socks – every day! Bacteria, viruses, and fungi love to soak and grow in warm, moist environments. To help and avoid toenail fungus and athlete’s foot, make sure to change out your socks at least daily and even more often if you have a tendency to sweat more often (particularly with sports!) 2. Cut toenails STRAIGHT across and avoid attempting to take care of your own ingrown toenails – you will make it worse. See your podiatrist! 3. Wear arch supportive shoes, always! Your feet will thank you in the long run. This holds true, even while you’re...
HEEL PAIN/PLANTAR FASCIITIS
One of the most common ailments we see here at Atlanta Podiatry Specialists is heel pain. Most patients complain that it’s been starting to ache for months but most recently it has gotten very painful. Since the pandemic has started, more people have been at home and have been walking around their homes barefoot. This can cause the onset of plantar fasciitis. It is important to always have your arch supported! There are many things we can do here in office for your heel pain. We like to start conservatively by doing an examination of your foot and discussing your...