A Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) is a blood clot that forms in a vein deep in the body, usually the lower legs. DVT is one of the most dangerous conditions podiatrists see in patients. Upon diagnosis, DVT’s require immediate treatment. Roughly 15% of DVT’s dislodge and travel to the lung, where they can cause a life-threatening Pulmonary Embolism (PE).
Read MoreHave you ever heard the words “Hallux valgus”? Sounds serious and a little bit scary, doesn’t it? Don’t panic. Hallux valgus is just the official medical term for a bunion. Hallux is the word for your big toe, and valgus means bent or twisted. When you put them together, you’ve got a bent or twisted big toe – in other words, a bunion.
Read MoreStubbing your toe hurts and can lead to an injury that is more serious than it initially appears. Because there is little to no fat at the front of the toe to help absorb any impact, and because there is a concentration of nerves in the feet and toes, a stubbed toe is intensely painful at the moment it occurs. Typically, that discomfort subsides quickly or after a few minutes of rest and ice. But what if the pain doesn’t go away or you start noticing other unusual symptoms? It’s time to call the podiatrist.
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