Ingrown toenails can be dangerous and if left alone can become more difficult to treat efficiently. An ingrown toenail occurs when a piece on the side of the toenail pierces the outside skin and causes an inflammatory reaction and/or infection. Common signs of an ingrown toenail include pain, swelling, redness, and drainage (like pus). In … Read more
The podiatry professionals at District Foot and Ankle serve to provide top-notch personalized foot and ankle care for patients in Alexandria VA. Dr. Lonny Nodelman, the founder of District Foot and Ankle, specializes in treating issues with the foot and ankle, including: Ankle sprains Stress fractures Plantar fasciitis Achilles’ tendonitis Bunion deformities Hammertoes Dr. Nodelman … Read more
Heel pain is one of the most common reasons why patients meet with Dr. Nodelman at District Foot and Ankle. There are many causes of heel pain. In a another blog article, I list 5 other reasons why a patient might have heel pain that is not due to plantar fasciitis. Plantar fasciitis does remain … Read more
If you take up running on a regular basis, it’s not uncommon for inner ankle pains to show up from time to time. After all, when you’re running, your entire body weight is supported by your ankle and foot. In an ideal scenario, an ice pack and leg elevation would have you feeling good as … Read more