The word “chronic” refers to something that’s persistent and ongoing. Wordsmiths and other lovers of language might note that “chronic” comes from the Greek word “chronos,” meaning “time.” Dr. Kenneth R. Wilhelm of Clifton Foot & Ankle Center in Centreville, VA notes that over time, that ankle that’s been constantly bothering you can really interfere with your daily activities….

It’s pretty safe to say that nobody cares too much for a smelly foot. What’s a mom to do when her teenager comes home, whips off their shoes, and the molecules of death hit the air? What can a caring spouse say when she opens the master bedroom closet and is assaulted by her beloved’s…

If you saw a mouse scurrying across your kitchen counter, you’d probably take some steps to get rid of it. You could set a trap. You could call an exterminator. Call your neighbor for help (could be faster than the exterminator). Get a cat. These are all reasonable things to do. What you probably wouldn’t…

“Morton’s neuroma” – it sounds a little other-worldly, like a new series on the Syfy Channel or a Star Trek movie. “Captain, we’re being hailed by an enemy vessel – Morton’s Neuroma invading, portside!” Well, no need to take battle stations if we tell you that you’ve got it. Morton’s neuroma is a thickening of nerves in…

Even though the Atlanta Falcons couldn’t hang on to their halftime lead in Super Bowl LI, they made some amazing plays that we won’t easily forget. How about wide receiver Julio Jones? – he looked like he was defying the laws of physics when he caught the ball and landed just within bounds, gripping the…

During the winter, a lot of the vibrant colors we see in the supermarket during the spring and summer months are no longer there. There are a lot of fruits and vegetables that are available, but it may not be the best season to enjoy them. Here is a guide for eating healthy foods during…

Your shoes can tell a lot about your feet. And your feet are connected to the rest of your body, so actually your feet can tell you a lot about your gait, potential body issues, and body structure. Using the information that your shoes give you, is a great way to learn about which shoes…

Bunions affect millions of people a year. Bunions are formed when your big toe is slowly pushed away from your other toes causing bone misalignment. Having bunions makes it difficult to find properly fitting shoes which can cause other issues in your feet. Bunions can also be very painful if they’re not treated early. Here…

Shin splints usually occur when you’re pushing yourself too hard and overusing your legs. If you have shin splints, it may also be a sign that some other part of your legs or body is weaker than it should be.  The shins end up doing more work than they should causing pain that takes over…

Most basic foot issues can easily be fixed for the general population, but if you have diabetes, something even as minor as dry skin can cause you extra pain (and footache!) Here are a few common issues for diabetics to watch out for. Neuropathy – Diabetic neuropathy is when your nerves are damaged by the high…