Patient education is the two-way process of giving patients clear, tailored information and skills so they can understand a condition, weigh options, and carry out care safely at home. It turns medical advice into workable steps—using plain language, visuals, and teach-back—so people are confident partners in prevention, treatment, and recovery. This guide explains what patient...Read More

Orthotic inserts work hard—soaking up sweat and friction in a tight, dark space. It’s no surprise they can smell, discolor, or feel slick. The problem? Common “quick fixes” like tossing them in the washer, soaking them, or using harsh cleaners can warp shells, crack top covers, or trap moisture. For people with diabetes or sensitive...Read More

“Foot anatomy bones” simply refers to the 26 bones that build your foot’s framework: seven tarsals in the hindfoot and midfoot, five metatarsals in the forefoot, and fourteen toe bones (phalanges), plus a pair of tiny sesamoids under the big toe. Working together with joints, ligaments, and muscles, these bones create arches that cushion impact,...Read More

Hearing the word “amputation” when you have a nonhealing foot or ankle wound is frightening. Diabetes, peripheral artery disease, neuropathy, and infection can turn a small sore into a limb‑threatening emergency faster than most people expect. When pain at rest, blackened toes, drainage, or a wound that won’t close appear, time matters. The challenge is...Read More

Foot pain has a way of taking over your day. The quick walk to the mailbox turns into a chore, long shifts feel endless, and even casual errands can leave your heels stabbing, arches aching, or toes crammed and numb. The truth is, not all “cushiony” shoes help—and some make things worse. Relief usually comes...Read More

Heel pain is any soreness under or behind your heel that makes every step feel stiff, sharp, or achy. The most common culprit is plantar fasciitis—irritation of the thick band of tissue along your arch—often felt with the first steps in the morning or after sitting. Other causes include Achilles tendinitis, a bruised heel pad,...Read More

Gait analysis is a structured look at how your body moves when you walk or run. By watching your stride and, when needed, using tools that record foot pressure, joint motion, and timing, a clinician can spot patterns that cause pain, instability, or recurring injury. In simple terms, it turns your steps into measurable data—so...Read More

Diabetic therapeutic shoes are medical-grade footwear designed to protect sensitive feet and reduce the risk of sores, ulcers, and amputations in people living with diabetes. They use extra depth and width, smooth interiors, and cushioned, removable inserts to spread pressure and prevent friction and rubbing. Unlike regular shoes, they’re made to accommodate deformities, swelling, and...Read More

The plantar fascia is a tough, fibrous sheet of connective tissue that runs along the bottom of your foot. Anchored at the inner heel bone (medial calcaneal tubercle) and fanning forward toward the toes, it supports your arch, stores and releases energy with each step, and helps turn the foot into a stable lever during...Read More

A burning, tingling, or “hot” sensation in your feet can be hard to ignore—especially when it strikes at night or after a long day on your feet. For some, it’s a mild nuisance; for others, it disrupts sleep, exercise, and everyday activities. While fatigue or a skin irritation may explain occasional symptoms, persistent burning feet...Read More