An ulcer is not the same thing as a foot wound, although there are many similarities. Skin, and the tissue layers below, that are injured due to an abrasion or injury is a foot wound. Wounds that do not heal and go much deeper into the foot can turn into an ulcer. District Foot & … Read more
In order to walk properly, many parts of your body work together. Your spine, legs, and feet all need to function correctly. Your ankle is an important part of the anatomy and can inhibit your walking if injured or damaged. Something as simple as a sprain can impair you for days. Some people are prone … Read more
An Overview of the Extensor Tendons The extensor tendons are the tendons on top of the ankle and the foot. When they work, they cause the foot, toes and ankle to move in the upward direction. These tendons are extremely important when walking and standing because without them, you would have a foot drop and … Read more
At District Foot & Ankle, we deal with a lot of people with plantar fasciitis. The pain is often on the bottom of the heel but can impact the balls of your feet or even in your arch. As the day goes on, the pain often decreases as the tendon gets stretched and the muscles … Read more