Blog | Podiatrist In Phoenix, AZ

Preventing Ingrown Toenails
posted: May 07, 2020.

Ingrown toenails can be uncomfortable and even painful. If they are not treated promptly, an infection could potentially develop. Dr. James Longton, the experienced podiatrist at Arizona Foot and Wound Read more
Prevent Injuries With The Right Shoes
posted: Apr. 30, 2020.

Exercise is an important aspect of keeping our bodies healthy and happy. That’s why it’s so important to wear the correct shoes for certain activities. Whether you’re an athlete, workout Read more
Arch Disorders
posted: Apr. 21, 2020.

The arches of the feet play a role in supporting your body’s weight when standing or in motion. The tarsal and metatarsal bones make up the arches of the feet, Read more
Treating and Dealing With Athlete's Foot
posted: Apr. 06, 2020.

Athlete’s foot is a common fungal infection of the feet that is typically characterized by itchy, burning patches of skin between the toes that may also crack or bleed. Since Read more
Treating Tendon and Joint Pain
posted: Mar. 23, 2020.

There are 52 bones in your feet and ankles, which means that feet contain about 25 percent of the bones in our bodies. Our feet also contain about 20-25 percent Read more
Are You Struggling With Ingrown Toenails?
posted: Mar. 06, 2020.

Although some people think of ingrown toenails as a trivial health problem, the truth is that they can cause a number of issues. Characterized by nail margins growing into the Read more
Treating Broken Metatarsals
posted: Mar. 04, 2020.

Did you know that the metatarsals, or bones in the foot, are the most commonly broken bones in the human body? These long bones run the length of the foot Read more
Are You Struggling with Heel Pain?
posted: Feb. 18, 2020.

Heel pain is a common foot problem that podiatrists often treat. Knowing the cause of your pain is important in determining the most effective treatment method. Even if the pain Read more
Treating and Preventing Peripheral Artery Disease
posted: Feb. 06, 2020.

Peripheral artery disease (PAD) is a condition that often affects blood flow to the legs due to narrowing of the arteries. PAD is caused by atherosclerosis, a serious condition in Read more
Treating Warts
posted: Jan. 22, 2020.

Oddly enough, there are a lot of Old Wives Tales and folk remedies surrounding warts. Perhaps you’ve even heard of some one them; however, if you end up dealing with Read more
Taking Care of a Sprained Ankle
posted: Jan. 08, 2020.

One wrong step and you could just end up dealing with a sprained ankle. A sprain occurs when the ankle suddenly rolls inwards or outwards, which jolts the ankle joint Read more
What Can Your Podiatrist do for You?
posted: Dec. 27, 2019.

Here at Arizona Foot & Wound Specialists in Phoenix, AZ, your podiatrist is Dr. James Longton. An expert in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases, injuries, and deformities of the foot and ankle, Dr. Longton wants his patients to pain-free, mobile, and comfortable at all times. Read more
What Can Your Podiatrist do for You?
posted: Dec. 27, 2019.

Here at Arizona Foot & Wound Specialists in Phoenix, AZ, your podiatrist is Dr. James Longton. An expert in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases, injuries, and deformities of the Read more
Treating and Preventing Ingrown Toenails
posted: Dec. 11, 2019.

An ingrown toenail is a common foot problem that occurs when the corner of a toenail, usually the big toe, grows into the skin. As you might imagine, this can Read more
What Causes Toenail Fungus?
posted: Dec. 02, 2019.

Toenail fungus is a common problem that can be rather challenging to get rid of. While toenail fungus can happen to anyone it most often occurs in older adults. If Read more
Plantar Fasciitis
posted: Nov. 13, 2019.

While heel pain is a common problem this doesn’t mean that it should just be brushed aside or considered a small matter. Untreated heel pain can lead to long-term pain Read more