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(703) 996 – 3000
6101 Redwood Square Centre #303
Centreville, VA 20121
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.
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.
If you’ve ever felt that nagging ache along your shins after a run or a long day on your feet, you’re likely familiar with shin splints. What many people don’t realize, however, is that the root of the problem frequently lies much further down – in your feet and ankles.
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.
If you came to us at Clifton Foot & Ankle Center and told us your toes hurt, our minds would instantly think of dozens of different possibilities. Our toes are perhaps the most vital component of our feet, so when they start to ache, it’s important to understand why. In this article, we’ll explore 6…
Foot and ankle swelling is a remarkably common symptom, yet its underlying causes can be as diverse as the patients experiencing it. While occasional puffiness might be benign, persistent or unexplained swelling in the lower extremities is always a signal from the body that something is wrong. Today, we at Clifton Foot & Ankle Center…
According to the CDC, about 40 percent of adults in the U.S. are obese. And while the health effects of too much fat are widely emphasized, not much attention is placed on the feet. Today, we at Clifton Foot & Ankle Center will explain how obesity could burden your foundation in various ways. Increased Mechanical…
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