How to Shoe Shop for Less-than-Perfect Feet
Are anybody’s feet perfect? Probably – although the number of people without a single foot problem is substantially smaller than the number of people with bothersome issues. Three of the most common foot issues we treat at Clifton Foot & Ankle Center are bunions, flat feet, and plantar fasciitis. The shoes you wear have a…
Changes to Watch Out for in Your Feet as You Age
Are you familiar with the old cliché that when older folks get together, all they talk about is their aches and pains? Well, it’s kind of true! Doctor appointments become more and more frequent as people age. The pursuit of good health is often on older Americans’ minds. Our senior patients – even the healthiest…
3 Ways Custom Orthotics Improve Podiatric Pain
This guy walks into a podiatry office and says, “My feet are killing me!” — Okay, there’s no punch line because it’s actually no joke! All kinds of folks, the young and the old, come into our Fairfax County podiatry office every day complaining of foot pain. The pain may originate in the big toe,…
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….
Does Your Foot or Ankle Pain Mean You Need Surgery?
Pain is one of the most compelling reasons people decide to have foot or ankle surgery. There are so many kinds of pain! Board-certified podiatric surgeon Dr. Kenneth R. Wilhelm has heard his patients describe their foot and ankle pain for more than two decades. They use words like “aching,” “burning,” “stiff,” “tingling,” and “throbbing”…
The Top 10 Health Consequences of Childhood Obesity and How to Reverse Them
As a parent, you’re undoubtedly hopeful your children will enjoy healthy childhoods and flourish as adults. One thing that can dash your hopes is childhood obesity. Unfortunately, a child can face hefty health consequences when severely overweight. Out of 10 adverse consequences, here’s what podiatrist Dr. Kenneth R. Wilhelm puts in the number #1 position:…
7 Ways to Relieve Tired Feet
When you’re on your feet all day, it’s normal to have some aches and pains. Board-certified podiatrist Dr. Kenneth R. Wilhelm offers these seven ways to soothe your weary feet: Rest. Just put your feet up and give them a break! Ice and massage. Applying ice will help reduce any muscle or tissue inflammation. When…
7 Conditions You Can Fix to Prevent Dangerous Falls
At Clifton Foot & Ankle Center, we’re always glad when September comes around because it’s time to remind our Fairfax County patients about Falls Prevention Awareness Month. Falling is a huge issue for senior citizens. Just one fall can quickly rob a senior of his independence. Each year 800,000 older Americans fall and sustain a…
How PRP/Prolotherapy Can Relieve Your Foot Pain
Board-certified podiatrist Dr. Kenneth R. Wilhelm uses best practices and has advanced treatment methods at his disposal – including PRP injections and prolotherapy treatment for foot pain.
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