What is the Accessory Navicular? The accessory navicular (os navicularum or os tibiale externum) is an extra bone or piece of cartilage located on the inner side of the foot just above the arch. It is incorporated within the posterior tibial tendon, which attaches in this area. An accessory navicular is congenital (present at birth). [...]
Stretches can help many foot conditions, especially if you are on your feet all day. Be sure to check with your podiatrist before trying any of our stretches. Foot Stretches Ankle and Foot - Plantar Fascia Stretch Sit in a firm chair. Grasp the heel of your foot in one hand and with the other [...]
If you have had a minor operation on your toenail and either part or all of the nail plate has been removed, please follow these instructions. Today: Return home and keep your feet elevated at all times while resting. Leave the bandage on. Please keep it dry and clean. Tomorrow: In the morning, remove the [...]
Wrap a hand towel around the foot you are trying to protect. Place a bathroom sized trash bag over your foot and secure the bag above the ankle with tape. (Bread sacks, zip locks and grocery bags do not work. They tend to have many tiny holes in them.) Place another bag over the first [...]
Foot soaking can help different conditions. Be sure to check with your podiatrist to make sure these soaks are right for you. Soaks for Ulcers and Sores Soak your foot in warm water with Epsom salt (follow the instructions included with the salt). Dry your foot and between all toes thoroughly after each soak. Apply [...]
Diabetic neuropathy is nerve damage caused by diabetes. When it affects the arms, hands, legs and feet it is known as diabetic peripheral neuropathy. Diabetic peripheral neuropathy is different from peripheral arterial disease (poor circulation), which affects the blood vessels rather than the nerves. Three different groups of nerves can be affected by diabetic neuropathy: [...]
Diseases of the arteries decrease the amount of blood and nourishment to your feet and legs. Diabetes not only decreases your ability to feel pain and distinguish between hot and cold in your feet, it also decreases the ability of your body to heal itself. Arterial disease often accompanies diabetes. The use of tobacco causes [...]
