Ingrown toenails are a common problem, especially among kids and teenagers. Ingrown toenails occur when the corners or sides of the toenail dig into the skin, often causing infection. If left untreated, they may become sore, red, and infected and the skin may start to...
Did you know that inflammation is the body’s normal protective response to an injury, irritation, or surgery? When your body is injured, it increases blood flow to the area as part of the natural defense process. This results in an accumulation of fluid and causes the...
Many people experience foot or ankle issues or injuries throughout their lifetime. If you sustain an injury, calling a foot and ankle surgeon such as Dr. Kylin Kovac and Dr. Jed Erickson can help ensure that you receive the proper diagnosis along with the latest...
Have you been looking for something to help alleviate your foot pain? You may want to consider getting a shoe insert or custom orthotic. Shoe inserts and orthotics come in many different varieties and prices, but how do you know which one is best? This information...
Since September is National Fall Prevention Month, we wanted to pass along some important information on how you can lower your risk of falls from The American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons. According to The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, among older...
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