The Viral “Chemical Foot Peel” Is A Problem. Here’s Why
We all have one family member or friend who’s ahead of the trends. Sometimes, that’s a good thing! After all, most trends are just harmless fun. Except for medical ones. Those can be dubious.
4 Ways to Protect Your Feet and Ankles During Spring Yardwork
Spring has officially arrived in 2026, and for many of you, that means it is time to tackle the overgrown garden beds and the winter debris scattered across the lawn. Yard work is a full-body workout that takes place on unpredictable, uneven surfaces. That’s why we at Clifton Foot & Ankle Center are sharing 4 ways to maintain your footing (along with your yard) below.
5 Weird Foot Questions You Need Answers To
Over the years, we at Clifton Foot & Ankle Center have heard some truly unique foot-related questions. Here is a quick Q&A featuring some of the most uncommon foot facts you might have wondered about.
Rubbing Vicks on Your Feet: Does It Actually Work?
If you grew up in a household where a jar of Vicks VapoRub was the cure-all for every flu season and winter ailment, you’ve likely heard the advice: rub it on the soles of your feet and put on thick socks before bed. Proponents swear it stops a nighttime cough in its tracks. But does this unconventional remedy actually work, or is it just a slippery old wives’ tale? We at Clifton Foot & Ankle Center are here to weigh in.
7 Foot Care Myths You Can Send Packing
Weird ideas about the human foot have existed for centuries. These days, myths, misunderstandings, and misrepresentations about foot care can spread like wildfire via the internet. Ignore the influencers and take your foot health cues from Dr. Kenneth R. Wilhelm, resident myth buster and board-certified podiatrist here at Clifton Foot & Ankle Center. Here are seven of…
7 Ways to Keep Your Feet in Top-Notch Shape
April is Foot Health Awareness Month, and all of us at Clifton Foot & Ankle Center in Fairfax County want to give our patients the tools they need to keep their feet as healthy as possible. Sometimes you follow all the rules, and you still have foot pain. When these seven foot-healthy tools aren’t enough,…
7 Ways to Keep Your Feet Safe and Sound During the Holidays
COVID quarantines and other restrictions are more or less a thing of the past (thank you, vaccines), so many people feel freer than ever to resume beloved holiday traditions. As you prepare for all the wonder, feasts, and family gatherings that December brings, please take good care of your feet. Board-certified podiatrist Dr. Kenneth R….
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