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Amputation is a real risk for victims of grievous injury, or those living with conditions that result in non-healing wounds such as diabetes patients. Foot problems are particularly prevalent in these patients due to the poor circulation and nerve damage associated with the condition. Proper healing relies on good circulation, and even a tiny cut…

Fully 25% of all injuries resulting from sports have been revealed to be foot and ankle-related, according to the AAOS (American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons). Those recreational activities that involve a lot of running and jumping see the highest rate of injury. Dancing, football, running, and soccer are all extremely demanding on the feet, and…

Patients with diabetes have to take special care to avoid complications related to foot health. A combination of poor circulation and nerve damage makes otherwise trivial injuries and conditions involving the feet life-threatening and can result in amputation. Daily inspections are the cornerstone of diabetic patients’ foot health. Dr. Steber helps diabetic patients in the…

Charcot foot is a condition defined by a weakening of the joints and bones of the foot to the point where breakage or deformity begins to occur. Deformation of the foot causes pressure points to form that can lead to ulceration, especially in diabetic patients, potentially resulting in amputation or infection. It is a rare…

Patients of Dr. Steber who are experiencing medical concerns involving bunions, and who are considering Bunion surgery, often have questions. This helpful guide was put together to help ease their concerns and help them prepare for their upcoming treatment. If you finish reading this guide and determine that you have additional questions, reach out to…

Peripheral neuropathy is an ailment faced by many diabetic and cancer patients but can occur even outside these conditions. The purpose of the nervous system is to transmit information, feeling, and instructions between the brain and the body. The term ‘peripheral nerve’ refers to those nerves that connect the brain and spinal cord to the…

Feet, as non-essential as they look, provide some of the key indicators of a person’s health. Experiencing symptoms such as pain, numbing, tingling, and burning sensations can be the markers of a person’s overall well-being, and can indicate further health problems such as arthritis, diabetes, injuries, and nerve problems that many would not notice at…

Podiatry plays an essential role in limb salvaging. Podiatry can help detect medical conditions ahead of time because the preservation of the body is of the utmost importance when it comes to the care of our patients. Our team of highly skilled podiatrists and surgeons specialize in reconstructive surgery methods, and we deploy numerous treatments…

Flatfeet occurs when the arches on the inside of your feet flatten, allowing the sole of your feet to touch the floor when standing. Having flat feet is one of the most common and painless conditions, and many people live with flatfeet as a normal part of their daily life. However, injuries, aging, and obesity…

Bunions commonly form on the base of the big toe when the bone or tissue near the big toe moves out of place. Because the MTP joint near the big toe carries a lot of the weight, painful lumps can form and can be extremely painful if left untreated. Common causes range from foot stress…

Many conditions can cause ankle pain, and the symptoms of ankle pain are often associated with swelling, stiffness, warmth, and redness in the area. Most often, the pain described is an intense, dull ache that occurs when moving the ankle and placing pressure on the affected area. At-home treatments, including ice, rest, elevation, and immobilization,…

Heel pain can result from many factors, but when it does not go away, it’s commonly known as plantar fasciitis. Plantar fasciitis is a common medical condition that affects hundreds of people every day. Our podiatry clinic can help distinguish between all the possibilities that can cause plantar fasciitis and help you treat it with…

Nerve pain can be an excruciating experience, especially if you experience pain in the feet and ankles. Nerve pain overtime interferes with your mobility and the ability to detect injuries. As part of our established podiatry office, we offer Neurogenx, a revolutionary technology that works to reduce pain through the power of Combination Electroanalgesia Therapy…

Heel pain can have many factors, but one of the most common causes of heel pain is heel spur syndrome when the band of tissues under the foot inflames due to fault structures of the foot. While other conditions, such as stress fractures, arthritis, and nerve irritations, can cause heel pain, heel spur syndrome can…

Our podiatrists and surgeons at Dr. Seth J. Steber’s surgical clinic offer expert diagnosis and care for patients with hammertoe, a contractual deformity of the middle joints in the toes, causing the ends of the toes to point downward. Hammertoe most often affects the second toe, but can also occur in the third, fourth, and…

Arthritis can impact any joint in the body, with the most common forms of arthritis, such as osteoarthritis and rheumatic arthritis affecting millions of people worldwide. Many times, patients experience foot pain but have a difficult time recognizing the significant culprits of their illness. Many types of arthritis can affect the feet and ankles, causing…