“Commuter Tendonitis”
As the “Return to Office” mandates bring rush hour traffic back to pre-pandemic levels, we are seeing a resurgence of a specific, localized condition: “Driver’s Foot.” Cypress Foot & Ankle explains below.
Is It a Sprain or a Fracture?
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!
Beyond the Bump: The Bunion Fix That’s Built to Last
The Lapiplasty® 3D Bunion Correction™ is a modern procedure designed to address the root cause of the bunion, offering a more reliable and lasting solution. In this blog, Cypress Foot & Ankle Center will explain how the procedure works (and why it might be right for you!)
Debunking Common Myths About Custom Orthotics
Many people shy away from them because of misconceptions they’ve heard, but the truth is, custom orthotics are a safe, effective solution for a wide range of foot and ankle conditions. Below, Cypress Foot & Ankle Center debunks some of the most common myths and sets the record straight.
What’s the Deal With Morning Heel Pain?
Understanding what’s causing your pain is the first step toward relief, and in this blog, Cypress Foot & Ankle Center lays out the basics!
What To Do About Gout
Waking up to sudden, intense pain in your big toe – a joint that’s red, swollen, and incredibly tender – is a classic sign of a gout attack. This form of arthritis can be excruciating; worse, finding relief and preventing future flare-ups is quite difficult. New research has shed light on just how misunderstood the…
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
“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
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
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…
