Preventing Corns and Calluses
Posted on June 10th, 2021 by mfamanage
Corns and calluses are never fun. They are hard, thick layers of skin that can be in between your toes, on the bottom of your feet, or on top of your toes. With summer rolling around and the sandals and flip flops coming out, follow these tips to keep your feet in great shape. Wearing […]
How the NeuRemedy Supplement Can Benefit You
Posted on May 18th, 2021 by mfamanage
Neuropathic pain in the feet and legs can be very frustrating. If you’ve been diagnosed with diabetes, especially if you take Metformin, it’s not uncommon to experience this type of pain. Neuropathy can include numbness, tingling, pain, and/or burning. Fortunately, at Alpine Foot Specialists, we’re proud to offer NeuRemedy, which is a supplement that aids […]
Ankle and Foot Arthritis: What is it and How Can I Prevent it?
Posted on April 22nd, 2021 by mfamanage
While ankle and foot arthritis are far less common than arthritis of bigger joints such as the knee and hip, they can still be painful and debilitating. Our feet and ankles go through a lot over time and hold a lot of weight and pressure, so it’s important that we pay attention to the signs […]
Foot Care During Pregnancy
Posted on March 24th, 2021 by mfamanage
If you’re an expectant mother needing help from foot doctors close to Chicago, we hope you’ll schedule an appointment with Mitchell Foot & Ankle, because our specialists are well aware of the foot problems that pregnancy can cause. The issues with your feet occurring during pregnancy come primarily from two sources – weight gain and […]
Foot-Friendly Fall Prevention for Older Adults
Posted on January 26th, 2021 by mfamanage
Accidental falls always carry the risk of a serious injury, but this risk increases significantly for adults over 65. Though many will be lucky enough to get back up unharmed, one in five will suffer harm such as broken bones or a head injury. Of the 36 million older adults who fall every year, more […]