Cardiovascular disease often leads to Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD), a loss of circulation to the feet. Be alert to changes including:
Read MoreLike much in life, some aspects of foot health are beyond your control. Illness strikes and foot and ankle injuries occur. The good news is that there are simple, manageable steps that you can take to reduce your risk. Here are three tips from James M. McKee, DPM, FACFAS:
Read MoreA podiatrist like Dr. James M. McKee helps patients of all ages keep their feet, ankles, and lower legs healthy and pain-free. One reason that many people schedule a visit to the foot doctor is a recent diagnosis of diabetes.
Read MoreWhen you have a problem with your vision, you see an ophthalmologist. Your spine? An orthopedist, of course. What should you do when you have a problem with your feet, ankles, or lower legs? That’s when you call a podiatrist like Dr. James M. McKee.
Read MoreHow can you spot a plantar wart? In addition to staying alert to changes in the appearance of your feet, you should take note of any bump that has small black pinpoint spots.
Read MoreTingling that won’t stop is often one of the first signs of peripheral neuropathy, a nerve disorder. This can be a side effect of certain medications, the result of injury.
Read More. Are you experiencing foot pain in your heel unrelated to injury, accident, or other trauma? Let’s talk about two common possible reasons:
Read MoreIn between visits to your foot doctor, there is much that you can do to stay safe and well, but it all starts with an understanding of your baseline podiatric health. Here are some questions from Dr. McKee to help you cultivate the knowledge that you need for good health.
Read MoreIt’s easy to dismiss a fall as no big deal, but the fact is that falls are dangerous, often resulting in factures and other injuries to feet, ankles, and the rest of the body.
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