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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...

What's the Best Toenail Fungus Treatment? Do your toenails look a little worse for wear? You might think you simply have dirty nails that won’t seem to scrub clean. This could be the case but if your toenails are developing a white or yellow tinge and they’re becoming...

What Causes Toenail Fungus?Most people can’t believe they have toenail fungus. How can it possibly happen to you? Contrary to popular belief, fungal infections are not uncommon, and they don’t always have to do with poor hygiene. At Third Coast Foot and Ankle, we...

5 Tips for Diabetic Foot Care: What You Need to Know Foot care can become a nightmare, especially when you’re clueless about what to do. If you have diabetes, you should increase your awareness of diabetic foot care. When it comes to diabetic foot care, knowing what...

Why Do I Have Heel Pain?Unfortunately, most people suffer from heel pain at some point in their lives. The causes can range from wearing tight shoes to high-impact activities, and the only way to find relief for this pain is to understand it. What Causes Heel...