Pittsburgh Family Foot Care, P.C.

Part three in our Healthy Feet series focuses on Skin and Nails. Feet are highly susceptible to fungal, bacterial and viral infections think about all the environments your feet are exposed to! Don’t ignore your feet; give them a little TLC early in the game and you can easily avoid general foot pain. Each foot perspires on average one cup of fluid per day! It is vital to keep your feet dry. Use moisture absorbing socks, alternate shoes frequently and use shoe powders. I alw...ays tell patients to pay attention to their feet and keep their eyes out for these general problems: Dry skin: if you have dry skin that doesn’t seem to go away with regular moisturizing creams, it may be a fungal infection. This requires prescription medicine. Discolored or thickening toenails: this could be a sign of a bacterial or fungal infection. It is a good habit to quickly analyze your feet while showering! Early detection and treatment is always more effectivecall our office today at 724.941.9440 or book online at www.pffcpc.com See more

Our final installment of our Healthy Feet series focuses on Flexibility. As we age, the body naturally loses elasticity and flexibility. This decreased range of motion will cause compensation and potential injury. Tightness of the Achilles Tendon is one of the most common problems. A tight Achilles Tendon will cause a decrease in ankle joint motion. This can ultimately lead to many foot problems, including, but not limited to: Flat feet Painful forefoot/ Metatarsalgia H...ammertoes Bunions Stress fractures Achilles Tendonitis. Foot problems are never enjoyable. These preventative measures can be taken right now by anyone of any age to help decrease the chances of foot problems. Take action now for a lifetime of healthy feet! Call our office at 724.941.9440 or book online at www.pffcpc.com.

Today we continue our four part series on Healthy Feet. Today we focus on SHOES. Good shoes are vital to maintaining healthy feet. Here a few helpful hints to reduce general foot problems: Avoid abnormal pressure from shoes. Wear thick socks to lessen pressure when walking. Low-heeled shoes will lessen pressure to the forefoot. If you are experiencing foot problems and pain, extra supportive shoes will help resolve your problem.... If you are having any problems or concerns, please call our office today for an appointment 724-941-9440 or book an appointment on line at www.pffcpc.com

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Today begins our four part series on Healthy Feet. Today we focus on Circulation. Here a few helpful hints to help keep healthy circulation in your feet: Elevate your feet Stretch Walk around from time to time try to not stay stationed in one spot for too long Exercise daily... Massage your feet Take warm foot baths (adding Epsom Salts can help too!) If you have any questions or concerns about the health of your feet, please call our office for an appointment 724-941-9440 or request an appointment online at www.pffcpc.com.

I still have my feet on the ground...I just wear better shoes!

Winter Foot Care Tips! 1. Keep your feet clean and dry. 2. Wear comfortable boots. 3. Dry your winter boots and shoes after wearing them. 4. Wash your feet every day.... 5. Take care of your skin. Contact our office for an appointment at 724.941.9440 or request an appointment online at www.pffcpc.com.