Naples, FL —  Parents can prevent a common childhood foot problem by following some simple recommendations, according to a Naples foot and ankle surgeon. Naples foot and ankle surgeon Dr. Kevin Lam, D.P.M., FACFAS, DABLES, DABPS, says ingrown toenails are one of the most frequent conditions he treats in children. Many kids hide their ingrown […]

Fungal infection of the nails of onychomycosis may affect one or several of the toenails or fingernails. These are common infections primarily caused by dermatophytes. Fungi thrive in warm, moist environments, thus can easily affect the toenails. When the nail gets infected, these can cause the nail to become thick, discolored, and prone to breakage […]

Neuroma is a growth of nerve tissue. A Morton’s neuroma is most commonly found on the space between the second and third toes or the third and fourth toes which results in the entrapment of the affected nerve. Its incidence is 8 to 10 times greater in women than in men. The exact cause is […]

Diabetes remains the 7th leading cause of death in the United States in 2010, with 69,071 death certificates listing it as the underlying cause of death, and a total of 234,051 death certificates listing diabetes as an underlying or contributing cause of death1. One of the common contributing causes of death in diabetes is a […]

The peroneals are two muscles and their tendons that attach along the outer edge of the lower leg. Subluxation or dislocation of the peroneal tendons involves an elongation, avulsion, or a tear of the superior peroneal retinaculum. With subluxation, one or both tendons have slipped out of their normal position. In some patients, subluxation is […]

FORT MYERS, FLORIDA – October 2020 — Both long-distance runners and casual joggers can improve their performance by keeping their feet in top condition and taking steps to control foot problems common in runners, according to a Fort Myers foot and ankle surgeon. “The human foot is a biological masterpiece that amazingly endures the stresses […]

Nail fungus is more common than you think. It usually starts as a yellowish spot under the tip of the fingernail or toenail and may affect one or more nails.  Because the toes are often damp and warm, nail fungus is more common in the toenails. Aside from looking yellowish, the infected nails are usually […]