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Treating Your Bunions
Author: Advanced Foot & Ankle Specialists posted: Apr. 01, 2022.

Have you been diagnosed with a bunion? A bunion is a common foot deformity that if left untreated can cause significant pain, swelling, structural changes and even trouble walking. Of Read more
Category: Foot Condition, Foot Issues
What Is Raynaud’s Disease?
Author: Advanced Foot & Ankle Specialists posted: Mar. 14, 2022.

Do your fingers and toes sometimes turn numb, change color, or feel cold? While this is a common response to winter weather, if you have Raynaud’s disease, something more could Read more
Category: Foot Care, Foot Condition
Proactive Foot Care For Athletes
Author: Advanced Foot & Ankle Specialists posted: Mar. 02, 2022.

Pounding pavement, intense box jumps, PR deadlifts…we couldn’t do the activities and exercise we love without healthy feet and ankles. Of course, feet and ankles are also prone to injury. Read more
Category: Foot Care
Preventing Blisters on Your Feet
Author: Advanced Foot & Ankle Specialists posted: Feb. 11, 2022.

A blister can be a real nuisance. It can make it uncomfortable to walk around, let alone try to go on your run. Fortunately, there are some simple things you Read more
Category: Foot Condition, Foot Issues
How Long Does It Take for Foot Fractures To Heal?
Author: Advanced Foot & Ankle Specialists posted: Feb. 02, 2022.

At Advanced Foot & Ankle Specialists, Dr. Brandi Johnson and Dr. Mark Leitner are here for all your foot care needs! If you've had a foot fracture in Brandon, FL, Read more
Category: Foot Condition, Foot Issues, Foot Injuries
What Are Fallen Arches?
Author: Advanced Foot & Ankle Specialists posted: Jan. 27, 2022.

Fallen arches, better known as flat feet, are more common than you might realize. While many people have flat feet and don’t even know it, others are dealing with regular Read more
Category: Foot Condition
Foot Fracture vs. Broken Bone
Author: Advanced Foot & Ankle Specialists posted: Jan. 19, 2022.

The simple answer is that there is no difference between a fracture and a break. From shattered bones to hairline cracks, any damage done to the bones of the feet Read more
Category: Foot Condition, Foot Injuries
What Causes an Ingrown Toenail?
Author: Advanced Foot & Ankle Specialists posted: Jan. 10, 2022.

An ingrown toenail happens when your nail starts to grow into the skin of your toe. It can dig in as it grows and can cause pain, swelling, and if Read more
Category: Foot Condition, Foot Issues
Arthritis and Your Feet
Author: Advanced Foot & Ankle Specialists posted: Dec. 30, 2021.

Is the pain and stiffness you’re experiencing in your feet and ankles caused by arthritis? If arthritis is left untreated, it’s possible that your symptoms could become so severe that Read more
Category: Foot Condition
Treating Your Corns
Author: Advanced Foot & Ankle Specialists posted: Dec. 13, 2021.

From running miles to wearing shoes that are too loose or too tight, there are many reasons why you may develop a corn. A corn is your skin’s way of Read more
Category: Foot Condition, Foot Injuries