Nearly one-fourth of all the bones in your body are in your feet. A broken (fractured) bone in your forefoot or in one of your toes is often painful, but rarely disabling. Most of the time, these injuries heal without operative treatment. There are two types of foot fractures: stress fractures and general bone fractures. [...]
Ankle doctors, known more formally as podiatrists or orthopedic foot and ankle surgeons, are medical specialists who focus on issues having to do with the feet and ankles. Podiatry is our specialist here at Commonwealth Foot and Ankle. If you are in the Louisville area and having any issues with your feet or ankles, [...]
Smelly feet generally can be controlled with a few preventive measures: Always wear socks with closed shoes. Avoid wearing nylon socks or plastic shoes. Instead, wear shoes made of leather, canvas, mesh or other materials that let your feet breathe. Bathe your feet daily in lukewarm water, using a mild soap. Dry thoroughly. Change your [...]
