Foot Health

Introduction Imagine a world with no hard, flat, or concrete floors; or workers not having to keep extended hours while standing around greeting customers with unyielding non-supportive shoes. Keep in mind that originally, man had sandy beaches and grassy plains to walk on. What a wonderful feeling! Sand between our toes and soft grass comforting every …

I am Dr. Rehm and started my practice in podiatric medicine and surgery in 1977. I will tell you that one of the most common problems that have come into the office consistently since I started practice has been a condition called plantar fasciitis. Because I know that many of you reading this right now are …

Plantar Fasciitis is a joint heel pain due to the plantar fascia’s inflammation – a flat rubber band of tissue (ligament) that starts from the heel connecting to the toes. It absorbs the repeated strain from the act of walking and running. Overstraining the plantar fascia inevitably leads to its inflammation along with constant pain. …

Have you noticed that one of the toes of your feet doesn’t look quite right? That instead of pointing forward, the toe is bent down with the middle portion curling up? Are you wondering what’s going on? Well, you may have a condition called hammertoe. Take heart, you’re not alone. Hammertoe is one of the …

The foot is one of the most overlooked parts of the human body. It may look simple but it’s actually not. Our foot and ankle are made up of 26 bones, 33 joints, and over 100 tendons. The largest bone on our foot is the heel. The heel which is located on the bottom rear …

Did you know that your favorite shoes may actually be what is responsible for your plantar fasciitis and related issues? It’s not the best news, but learning this may help you stop hurting your own feet without knowing it. But the good news is that you don’t have to throw your shoes out if that is the …

It’s another beautiful morning. You’re ready to seize the day. But upon stepping out of the comfort of your bed, you’re reminded of something quite unpleasant; the dull, stabbing pain in the heel of your foot. And how you’re still in search of plantar fasciitis remedies to heal the issue (and lessen the pain in …