The skin on your heels carries your body weight each time you stand, yet it’s often the driest patch of skin you own. When that thick layer loses moisture, it splits rather than stretches, leaving painful fissures that can snag socks, bleed, or even invite infection. Whether you spend all day on hard floors, shuffle...Read More

Choosing the right dressing can mean the difference between a wound that closes quickly and one that lingers for weeks. Dressings are more than plain gauze; they’re engineered barriers that keep bacteria out, control moisture, absorb drainage, and create the ideal temperature for new tissue to grow. The perfect match depends on depth, drainage level,...Read More

Custom orthotics are prescription shoe inserts molded to your exact foot shape. You can get them through a podiatrist—often with insurance help—or from consumer brands online, and you can expect to pay about $200 to $800 a pair. In return, they ease pain, correct alignment, and stay supportive for years when cared for properly. If...Read More

Learn practical tips from a plantar fasciitis specialist to manage foot pain effectively. Get expert advice on reducing discomfort and improving your overall foot health.Read More

That nagging ache on the top of your foot that flares with every step and calms once you sit down isn’t just “over-training soreness.” It’s a classic warning sign of a stress fracture—a hair-line crack caused by repetitive load rather than one dramatic twist or fall. Most people describe it as pinpoint pain that builds...Read More

If your heels protest every step or your knees ache after a short walk, custom shoe inserts could be the quiet fix you’ve been searching for. Unlike the one-size-fits-all insoles hanging at the drugstore, these prescription devices are molded to your exact foot shape, fine-tuning alignment, distributing pressure, and easing pain from conditions such as...Read More

Learn 7 expert tips for effective foot and skin care. Discover simple strategies to keep your feet and skin healthy, nourished, and looking their best.Read More

We are proud to announce the opening of our new West End location at 7301 Forest Avenue, Suite 310, Richmond, VA 23226! This expansion allows us to continue providing top-tier foot and ankle care to the Richmond community in a modern and convenient setting. Meet Our Expert Team Our West End office is staffed with...Read More

As 2024 approaches, it’s time to prioritize your foot health and start the new year on the right foot—literally! At Achilles Foot and Ankle Center, our dedicated team, including Dr. James Baldwin, Nurse Practitioners Monica Broadnax and Mary Highsmith, and Physician Assistant MJ Hill, is here to help you achieve pain-free mobility and optimal foot...Read More

At Achilles Foot and Ankle, our team is passionate about providing exceptional podiatric care that is rooted in excellence. Serving Richmond, Mechanicsville, and soon the West End community, our commitment to excellence is driven by a genuine dedication to our patients’ well-being, comfort, and mobility. We understand the impact that foot and ankle health has...Read More