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Foot Care and Diabetes
When you have diabetes, you’re more likely to have problems with your feet. This means you need to take good care of them. Ask you health care provider to check your feet during your regular checkups, too What to doFollow these tips to help keep your feet healthy:1. Check your feet each day. Call your…
Ganglion Cyst
Ganglion cysts arise from the fluid filled areas on the ligaments or between the bones. The cyst is a sac-like structure filled with fluid. The fluid is harmless but can become thicker over time, making the cyst feel firm and spongy. A ganglion cyst can grow large,The exact cause of ganglion cysts is unknown. They tend to…
Achilles Tendon Rupture
The Achilles tendon is a large, strong fibrous cord that connects the calf muscles in the back of the leg to the back of the heel bone (calcaneus). The Achilles tendon and the calf muscles work together to allow individuals to point the foot downward and to raise the heel upward. People rely on it…
Lisfranc Fracture Dislocation
Lisfranc fractures can occur if a heavy object is dropped on the foot or if the foot twists forcefully. This can result from motor vehicle crashes and contact sports. A bone in the joint may break or be forced from its position (dislocate).Lisfranc fractures can cause pain when you stand. You may not be able…
Bunion Deformity
Bunions are a common foot condition. The vast majority of bunions occur in females, but they may develop in males, as well. Most bunions result from pressure caused by shoes that are too small, narrow, pointed, or have a high heel. Genetics can also play a role where often parents, grandparents, siblings have suffered from the…
Flat Feet (Fallen Arches)
Flat feet is a rather common occurrence within the general population. Even in patients without pain associated with their flat feet, I always recommend an orthotic, or an arch support. Wearing an orthotic can help to protect the foot from the development of future problems related to flat feet. One of these problems is posterior…
Gout
Gout is a type of arthritis that is caused by an excess of uric acid in the body. The body uses uric acid to help break down purines, a substance found in the body and in certain foods, such as organ meats, mushrooms, and anchovies. The kidneys eliminate uric acid in urine. A build-up of…
Plantar Fasciitis
Heel pain occurs for various reasons. Common causes of pain beneath the heel include gait and balance problems, flattening of the fat pad, inadequate or worn out shoes, overweight, spending long periods of time on your feet, week foot muscle with anatomical problems. Symptoms of heel pain vary depending on the cause. It may develop gradually…
Achilles Tendinitis
The Achilles tendon is the largest tendon in the human body. It is located at the back of the ankle joint and can be felt as a large, cord-like structure attaching to the back of the foot. Since tendons serve to attach muscles to bone, the Achilles tendon also attaches the large calf muscles, the…
Ingrown Toenails
Ingrown toenails are usually caused by improper trimming of the nails, most commonly on the sides of the big toes. They may also be caused by shoe pressure (shoes that are too tight or too small), injury, fungal infections, heredity, or poor foot structure. Ingrown toenails occur when the edge of the toenail presses into…
Athlete’s Foot
Athlete’s foot is caused by a fungal infection of the skin on the foot. The majority of these infections are caused by one of three fungal agents called dermatophytes. Athlete’s foot is by far the most common fungal infection of the skin. The infection can be either acute or chronic. The recurrent form of the…
Morton’s Neuroma
The exact cause of Morton’s Neuroma is unknown. It results when the tissue surrounding the nerve between the third and fourth toes thickens, swells, and puts pressure on the nerve. Inflammation then develops.People with bunions, flat feet, and hammertoes are susceptible to developing Morton’s Neuroma. Pressure from standing, walking, jumping and running or wearing high heeled,…
Hammertoe Deformity
Hammertoe commonly develops because of structural changes that take place over time in the muscles and tendons that bend the toes. People with certain medical conditions, such as diabetes, are at risk for developing hammertoe. It can be an inherited condition for some people. Other causes include trauma and wearing shoes that are too tight,…
Arthritis of the Foot and Ankle
When the big toe possesses no motion, it is termed Hallux Rigidus and when the big toe joint may appear to have normal motion, but this motion can be limited when weight is on the foot and during the normal standing and walking, it is termed functional Hallux limitus, because it occurs during the normal functioning of…
Ankle Sprain / Instability
Ankle sprain is a very common injury, it accounts for about 40% of athletic injuries. What exactly happened when someone sprain his ankle? There are ligaments that help support our ankles when we walk, jump, run, etc., especially on uneven ground. When we “twist” our ankles these ligaments are stretched beyond their capability to do…
Dr Karl Michel, PDM (Foot and Ankle Surgeon, West Palm Beach, Florida)
Dr. Karl Michel is a board certified foot and ankle surgeon serving Palm Beach County and the surrounding communities.He earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Biology at Florida International University. After receiving his undergraduate degree, he attended Temple University’s prestigious School of Podiatric Medicine in Philadelphia, where he received his Doctorate degree. Subsequent to completing his…