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
Gout is an extremely painful joint disorder that usually affects the great toe joint of the foot. It is commonly seen in my practice. Classically, I will see patients visibly limping into the office unable to place any weight on the affected foot. The joint is red, hot, swollen and extremely painful when touched. Some … Read more
When your feet hurt, life is no fun. Even seemingly small problems such as tinea pedis, or athlete’s foot, can become severe enough that they impact your daily activity. At District Foot & Ankle, we offer tinea pedis treatment in Northern VA to stop serious problems from worsening. Stop the Burning & Itching Two of … Read more
Your ankle is a vital component in being able to walk well. Even a mild sprain can put you out of commission for a couple of days. If you have had a sprained ankle more than once, you could be at risk for ankle instability. Each time you sprain your ankle, the joint is impacted. … Read more