Have you ever had a bunion or are you now suffering from one? Yes, you’re not alone. More than 85 million Americans have bunions, as reported in the Journal of Podiatry Sports & Therapy. This applies mainly to women, as they are more likely to develop them due to wearing high heels, which cause the […]
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When we get to the start of the summer season, we’ll frequently be doing workouts and drills outside. The time from the beginning of the winter to the end can result in many feet and lower limb injuries. Increasing your daily exercise is strongly recommended while you are starting a new workout routine or during […]
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Podiatrists are doctors who specialize in feet, ankles, and related structures in the leg. They help people who have issues such as dry heels, ankle pain, toe issues or other challenges related to their feet. For people with diabetes, the stakes are higher – podiatrists are a critical part of any diabetic treatment team, and […]
Read MoreAn active lifestyle keeps you fit and focused. In fact, you may feel almost invincible when performing at your peak. That last burst of adrenaline can carry you well beyond the end of your workout. While none of us are Greek gods or superheroes, it’s true that we all share something in common with at least one […]
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Happy New Year from all of us at Achilles Foot & Ankle! Along with wishes for a safe & healthy new year, we’d like to remind our patients that, for most of you, a new year also means new insurance benefits. For some patients, this simply means that your insurance maximums have been renewed and […]
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Welcome to Winter! Whether you like it or not- tis the season for dry skin. Dr. Bradley has treated patients who endure harsh witners up north. Come into Achilles Foot & Ankle- Mechanicsville and see what his secret is to keeping his patients feet moisturized. Moisturizing treatments in the form of creams, lotions, and ointments […]
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At the most basic level, we can think of a myth as a story that explains how the world came to be the way it is. That’s pretty broad, since people from different cultures have their own ways of understanding who they are and where they came from. In this blog, we are going to […]
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The start of Fall is FINALLY here, kicking off the official start of boot season, pumpkin spice lattes and picturesque fall foilage. Soon the weather will be shifting as much as your wardrobes and it’s a terrific time to put some practical steps in place to keep your feet looking and feeling their best through […]
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The Complete Foot Pain Guide As we patiently wait at home, many of us have gone back to working limited hours, we may have started to notice our feet feeling achy and painful. The main concern – why is that? Achilles Foot and Ankle (AFAC) has definitely seen foot pain trends during the COVID-19 pandemic. […]
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Developing a bunion or bunionette (as it is called when it grows on the pinky toe) is a very common occurrence for many people. However, this foot abnormality is often ignored until the bunion has gotten larger and caused additional problems. If you notice that your big toe is pushing into your other toes and that a […]
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