The Jaws Podiatry Blog

Bunions and Bunionettes – What’s The Difference?February 17, 2020

When you see the suffix “-ette” at the end of a word, it usually means something smaller or something related to women only – kitchenette, cigarette, bachelorette, majorette, and so…

Everything You Need to Know About Diabetes and FeetFebruary 10, 2020

Every day, tens of millions of Americans face the challenge of managing and living with diabetes. This is no small task. Monitoring and controlling blood sugar levels and other aspects…

4 Effective Toe Stretches To Improve Mobility And FlexibilityFebruary 3, 2020

If you exercise regularly, you know how important it is to stretch your muscles, tendons, and ligaments before and after your workout. Stretching can reduce the chances of injury as…

4 Simple Tips for Keeping Children’s Feet HealthyJanuary 27, 2020

For parents, there is no shortage of things to worry about when it comes to their kids’ health. From infectious childhood diseases to scrapes, cuts, and broken bones to genetic…

A Podiatrist’s Simplified Guide to Plantar WartsJanuary 13, 2020

Warts are an unattractive, annoying, and embarrassing development no matter where they appear on your body. But when warts show up on the bottom of your feet – called plantar…

How to Prevent Foot CrampsJanuary 6, 2020

A foot cramp may not be a serious medical condition, but it can be seriously painful while it lasts. If you’ve ever had one – and you probably have –…

Hallux Limitus – Definition, Symptoms, Causes And TreatmentDecember 23, 2019

Any arthritic condition can make life difficult and painful. When that arthritis affects your big toe, a condition called hallux limitus, the impact on your mobility and quality of life…

What is Percutaneous Plantar Fasciotomy?December 16, 2019

Percutaneous Plantar Fasciotomy is a minimally-invasive surgical procedure that involves making small incisions in the foot to release tension in the plantar fascia, a ligament that runs along the bottom…