An ingrown toenail (onychocryptosis) occurs when the edge or corner of the nail plate grows into the surrounding soft tissue, causing pain, redness, and swelling. It most often affects the big toe. Seek care immediately if you notice spreading redness, pus, fever, or...
TL;DR: A foot fracture is a break or crack in any of the 26 bones composing the foot, ranging from stress fractures to complete breaks. Proper diagnosis and treatment are essential to restore function and prevent long-term complications, with treatment options...
Foot neuropathy is nerve damage in the feet that disrupts how sensory, motor, and autonomic nerves function. It causes symptoms ranging from numbness and tingling to burning pain and balance problems. Peripheral neuropathy affects millions of people in the U.S., and...
Foot X-rays are the first-line imaging tool for diagnosing bone fractures, dislocations, arthritis, infections, and structural deformities in the foot. They provide rapid, non-invasive visualization of bones and joints, making them the go-to test for unexplained foot...
Treat a mild ingrown toenail by soaking your foot in warm, soapy water for 10–20 minutes, 2–4 times daily, keeping the area clean and dry between soaks, and wearing shoes with a wide toe box. Continue this routine until the nail grows past the skin fold, which...
A foot ulcer is an open wound on the foot that fails to heal on its own, often penetrating through multiple skin layers and sometimes reaching tendons or bone. These wounds affect 1.6 million people in the U.S. each year and carry a lifetime risk exceeding 33% for...
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