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Is It a Sprain or a Fracture?

At our office, we see this confusion daily. While only a high-quality X-ray can give a 100% definitive answer, there are specific warning signs that can help you distinguish a soft-tissue sprain from a bone fracture before you even get to the doctor. In this blog, Cypress Foot & Ankle Center will explain those signs…and what you should do if you spot them!

Bunion Basics

Bunion Basics

Bunions are common foot deformities, but despite their ubiquitous nature, there’s a lot that folks don’t know about them. Are bunions really caused by high heels? Are they genetic? Can they be fixed? At Cypress Foot & Ankle Center, we help patients understand this condition and find effective ways to manage it as well. The…

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…