The nerves in your feet and toes are known as peripheral nerves because of their location at the “periphery” of your body. When those nerves are damaged and don’t function properly, it’s known as neuropathy.
Read MorePatients with diabetes need to go beyond basics and take some additional steps to prevent podiatric complications that can stem from this disease.
Read MoreIt’s not uncommon during this busy time of the year for patients to experience neuromas—a painful condition also known as a nerve tumor or pinched nerve.
Read MoreA neuroma is a growth of nerve tissue that develops in the ball of the foot, frequently between the third and fourth toes, that can cause pain, burning, numbness or a tingling sensation.
Read MoreNeuropathy is another word for nerve damage. The type of neuropathy that most affects your feet is peripheral neuropathy.
Read MoreWe want to present some facts about neuromas to help patients recognize them and also encourage them to seek treatment from their podiatrist for this condition.
Read MoreIf you’ve noticed odd sensations in your feet and toes such as burning or tingling or a decrease in sensation or the ability to feel at all, you may have peripheral neuropathy.
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