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For individuals living with diabetes, proper foot care is essential to prevent complications that can arise from diabetes. Diabetes can lead to nerve damage (neuropathy) and reduced blood flow to the feet, making it challenging for diabetics to sense pain, temperature...

What Causes Toenail Fungus? Toenail fungus, scientifically known as onychomycosis, is a common condition that affects a significant number of individuals. It can cause unsightly and uncomfortable symptoms, including discoloration, thickening, and brittleness of the...

Summer is here and it’s time to get out your sandals! However, you might be timid in letting your feet breathe outside air due to your toenails not looking their greatest. Well, we can help! When it comes to foot and ankle health, seeking effective and advanced...

If you have ingrown toenails, you may be wondering if there are any remedies that you can try in the comfort of your own home that could alleviate your discomfort and promote healing. Our podiatrists at Third Coast Foot and Ankle are happy to share the following home...

Avoiding Fungal Toenail ProblemsFungal toenail infections are quite common. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), “they may affect up to 14% of the general population.”  Toenail fungus, also known as onychomycosis, directly affects...

How to Clean Your ShoesDo you ever want to clean your shoes and don’t know how? In this blog, you will get all the information you need and the steps that you should take to save the quality of your shoes and get your feet as healthy as can be.Common Questions Asked...

What is Sever's Disease? If your child is complaining of foot or heel pain, they could have a condition called Sever’s Disease, a painful heel condition common among adolescents.  When repetitive stress is placed upon a child’s heel, the growth plate at the back...

Do I Need Custom Orthotics?Similar to how prescription medication is prescribed by a doctor, custom orthotics are prescribed by a podiatrist. You should have a specific reason why you are seeking the prescription, and your podiatrist will ultimately be able to...

5 Ways to Treat Bunions Without SurgeryBunions are a common foot problem that many older adults - especially women - are living with. It’s estimated that about 1 in 3 adult Americans, and as many as 3 in 4 seniors, have this painful condition that can affect the way...