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• posted: Oct. 01, 2022
• Ankle Pain

Your ankles are an important part of your body. Together with your legs and feet, your ankles help carry your body weight. They help you walk, run, and enjoy daily Read More

• posted: Sep. 20, 2022
• Podiatrist,  Sports Injury

Sports injuries happen, and your feet and ankles are especially vulnerable. Your feet and ankles are overworked to begin with, and if you play a sport with a lot of Read More

• posted: Sep. 01, 2022
• Broken Toe

Do you suspect that you might have broken your toe? You could very well be dealing with a broken toe if you notice pain, stiffness or swelling, or if you Read More

• posted: Aug. 17, 2022
• Hammertoes

Discover more about this foot deformity and why it happens. Bunions always seem to get the spotlight when talking about foot deformities; however, it’s also essential to shed light on hammertoes. Read More

• posted: Aug. 10, 2022
• Bunions

Here’s what you should know about bunions. Worried that the hard, painful bump near your big toe could be a bunion? Our Centreville, VA, podiatrist, Dr. James Hurst, can diagnose your Read More

• posted: Aug. 01, 2022
• Bunions

Find out how to get your bunion pain under control and when to see a podiatrist. A bunion is a painful foot deformity that warrants turning to a podiatrist to learn Read More

• posted: Jul. 18, 2022
• Ingrown Toenail

Are you dealing with a painful toenail? It could be an ingrown toenail. Any ingrown toenail happens when the edge of a toenail, typically the big toenail, grows into the skin. Read More

• posted: Jun. 30, 2022
• Ingrown Toenails

Prone to ingrown toenails? Here’s what you should know… Let’s take a look at how to protect your ingrown toenails and when it’s time to turn to a podiatrist to treat Read More

• posted: Jun. 03, 2022
• Ankle Pain

Learn more about ankle pain, how to treat it and when to seek professional care. It should go without saying that if you are dealing with ankle pain, it isn’t something Read More

• posted: May 18, 2022
• Heel Pain,  Plantar Fasciitis,  Podiatrist

Are you dealing with a nasty case of plantar fasciitis? Heel pain is a frustrating little problem, especially if you are someone who values their morning run or daily exercise routine. Read More

• posted: Apr. 27, 2022
• Foot Pain

It’s important that you keep your feet in good health, because when you start experiencing foot pain, it can be really difficult to try and function normally. Our feet carry Read More

• posted: Mar. 31, 2022
• Bunions

Have you been diagnosed with a bunion? A bunion is a common foot deformity that if left untreated can cause significant pain, swelling, structural changes and even trouble walking. Of Read More

• posted: Mar. 11, 2022
• Diabetic Foot Care

When you have diabetes, it is particularly important that you take special care of your feet. Individuals with diabetes often have poor blood circulation, which can result in a slower Read More

• posted: Feb. 11, 2022
• Blisters

A blister can be a real nuisance. It can make it uncomfortable to walk around, let alone try to go on your run. Fortunately, there are some simple things you Read More

• posted: Jan. 21, 2022
• Heel Pain

A myriad of conditions, such as plantar fasciitis and tendonitis, lead to heel pain. If you are suffering from heel pain, you might find that stretching, wearing special orthotic shoes, Read More

• posted: Nov. 23, 2021
• Sweaty Feet,  Hyperhidrosis

Sweating occasionally is normal. It could be a particularly hot day or you could simply be hitting your workout hard. In these instances, sweating isn’t just normal, it’s expected; however, Read More