Getting Rid of Plantar Warts (For Good!)

Getting Rid of Plantar Warts (For Good!)

Feel like you’re constantly walking on a pebble? Those stubborn, often painful bumps on the bottom of your feet are likely plantar warts. Caused by a common virus (HPV), these warts can be notoriously difficult to treat, especially with over-the-counter remedies. At Cypress Foot & Ankle Center, we understand the frustration of recurring warts, and…

3 Major Risks of Dismissing an Ankle Sprain

3 Major Risks of Dismissing an Ankle Sprain

“It’s just a sprain, I’ll walk it off.” We’ve all heard it, maybe even said it ourselves. But when it comes to ankle sprains, that “tough it out” mentality can be a recipe for disaster. While a mild sprain might heal on its own with proper rest, dismissing an ankle injury without proper evaluation and…

Plantar Fasciitis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments

Plantar Fasciitis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments

Did you know that plantar fasciitis is the most common form of heel pain? About 10 percent of the population has plantar fasciitis, which means many of us struggle with that sharp, stabbing pain in our heels when we take our first steps in the morning (among other ailments). Due to its prevalence in society,…

Routine Care, Incredible Results: Podiatry and Diabetic Management

Routine Care, Incredible Results: Podiatry and Diabetic Management

Diabetes is a complex condition that demands careful management. One overlooked issue can lead to serious impact on your body overall, and your feet are a notable example of this: high blood sugar levels can damage nerves and blood vessels, leading to serious foot complications if left unaddressed. Fortunately, routine podiatric care dramatically improves outcomes…

Ingrown Toenails: From Minor Problems to Major Pain

Ingrown Toenails: From Minor Problems to Major Pain

Ingrown toenails might seem minor, but that can change pretty quickly. As the edge of your toenail grows into the surrounding skin, you’ll experience pain, redness, and swelling. And from there, more serious problems are just a step away. Cypress Foot & Ankle Center wants you pain-free and stepping smoothly, so for this blog post,…

Flat-Footed Kids, Custom Orthotics, and Growing Pain-Free

Flat-Footed Kids, Custom Orthotics, and Growing Pain-Free

Are flat feet really a problem? Sometimes. Ultimately, the issue comes down to what parents do and how kids grow. While it’s true that most children have flat feet when they’re born, and arches typically develop around age six, approximately two out of ten children still have flat feet when they reach adulthood. And in…

What to Know About Foot Deformities

What to Know About Foot Deformities

When we think of deformities, the brain automatically skips to severe images of bone malformation. However, foot deformities (though painful and bothersome) can also be subtle and invisible to the public. With a great deal of misinformation about foot deformities, we at Cypress Foot and Ankle Center are here to discuss several of them, including…