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The COVID-19 pandemic has triggered dramatic changes throughout everyday life — and in the medical community as well. Not only are providers across the country postponing elective procedures, but many are also encouraging people to avoid in-office appointments to reduce their risk of exposure to this highly contagious coronavirus.But what...

A hammertoe is a foot deformity that occurs on the second, third, and/or fourth toes on either or both feet. The toe bends upward at the middle joint, also called the proximal interphalangeal (PIP), giving the whole toe a hammer-like appearance.  Hammertoes can be flexible, where you can move the joint; these...

Medically called onychomycosis, nail fungus causes the nails to become thick, discolored, and crumbly at the edges. As many as 10% of all adults in Western countries have some degree of infection, which increases to 20% for those over 60.  And while you can get an infection in your fingernails, it's more...

Pain is a signal your body uses to let you know something’s not right. When the pain occurs in the ball of your foot between your third and fourth toes, you may be tempted to try to walk it off, but you shouldn’t. The pain could be a sign of...

You don’t have to be old to develop bunions; anyone can develop this swollen and misaligned joint at the base of the big toe, though it’s unquestionably common among the elderly population. Your big toe contains two joints. The larger one is called the metatarsophalangeal (MTP) joint. It gets its...

If your toenails have thickened, turned yellow, or started crumbling, you may have a fungal infection. Fungal nail infections, medically termed “onychomycosis,” are very common, affecting up to 14% of the general population. At Florida Foot & Ankle, podiatrist Dr. Mark A. Matey and his team diagnose and treat toenail...

Foot care is crucial for patients with diabetes, as it helps prevent serious complications like infections, ulcers, and even amputations. By prioritizing foot health, individuals with diabetes can maintain mobility — not to mention overall health.  Taking control of your foot health is a crucial step in managing diabetes and...