Mystery Pain in the Ball of Your Foot? This Could be Why

Mystery Pain in the Ball of Your Foot? This Could be Why

We’ve all experienced phantom pains before, wondering where the source of our discomfort might lie while grimacing through the ache. Clifton Foot & Ankle Center is always pleased to dispel the mystery surrounding the conditions our patients experience. That’s why we’ve dedicated this blog post to a source of discomfort that many people don’t know…

The Lowdown on High Heels  

The Lowdown on High Heels  

Stylish high heels are always in demand. Unfortunately, fashionable footwear also comes with a cost. This isn’t a fact that is up for debate. Fashion and style are subjective; podiatry, however, isn’t.  People who choose to wear high heels, pumps, and stilettos are also choosing to put constant pressure on their feet and ankles. This…

5 Things You Should and Shouldn’t Do Concerning Shoes

5 Things You Should and Shouldn’t Do Concerning Shoes

Shoes can be the last thing on your mind, or they can be the fashion statement that puts the final polish on your outfit every day. And let’s face it – women are more likely to be in the latter category. Men’s shoes haven’t changed much over the last 80 years. It turns out that’s a good thing. Let’s take a look at why and then examine some other shoe should/shouldn’t facts.

The Problem with Wearing High Heels

The Problem with Wearing High Heels

Lily Collins, star of the Netflix hit TV comedy Emily in Paris, recently admitted that wearing high heels on the show has sent her scrambling to the podologue for weekly checkups (that’s French for “podiatrist.”) That’s not too surprising to our board-certified podiatrist here in Fairfax County, USA, Dr. Kenneth R. Wilhelm. Watching the show,…

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