(703) 996 – 3000
6101 Redwood Square Centre #303
Centreville, VA 20121
(703) 996 – 3000
6101 Redwood Square Centre #303
Centreville, VA 20121
When your child’s feet look a little different, or they’re tripping more than usual, it’s natural to worry. At Clifton Foot & Ankle Center, we see this every day and want you to feel confident about what’s happening, why it’s happening, and how you can help your child move comfortably.
A stubbed toe is one of the most common household injuries, and while it’s often a minor nuisance, it’s important to know how to tell the difference between a simple bruise and a more serious injury like a fracture.
We at Clifton Foot & Ankle Center know all about gait abnormalities and the different foot conditions that cause them, so let’s dive in.
A fall can be a scary and serious event, especially for seniors, and it’s natural to wonder what the biggest culprits are. When we look at the role feet play in fall prevention, it’s easy to assume there’s one specific foot condition that’s the main cause.
ou might have heard about Peripheral Artery Disease, which is a serious circulatory problem that affects how blood flows to your legs and feet. September is National PAD Awareness Month, and we at Clifton Foot & Ankle Center want to do our part.
As summer winds down and the new school year begins, your child’s schedule may include more than what their feet can bear.
Blisters: We at Clifton Foot & Ankle Center have covered them before. But today, we’re going more in-depth, from science to expert prevention and treatment. While most people know blisters are caused by friction, we need a deeper understanding. And that starts, of course, with the fact that blisters are a response from your body, and that the best treatment is a blend of prevention and precise care.
When you see a foot with a pronounced, high arch, you might assume it’s a sign of strength and stability. And in some ways, you’d be right. But a high-arched foot is a structural variation that comes with its own set of unique challenges. We at Clifton Foot & Ankle Center are used to treating this abnormality, so let’s dive into what causes it and the foot problems it could lead to.
It’s vacation season, and at Clifton Foot & Ankle Center, we don’t want any existing foot conditions that may stop you from having fun. But if you’re managing something like plantar fasciitis or have diabetic foot concerns, those extra miles can become a real challenge.
Podiatrists will tout the benefits of comfortable shoes and custom orthotics ad nauseam, but nobody seems to talk about how many pairs you should actually have. Well, we at Clifton Foot & Ankle Center are here to tell you: you should have a shoe rotation! But what does that look like? And how can having multiple pairs of shoes for different occasions benefit you? Keep reading to find out.
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