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Treating Summer Foot Fungus

Posted on April 5, 2024 - 9:09 pm by Tina

Foot Fungus Treatments

Summer heat can be uncomfortable, but adding the issue of dealing with foot fungus will make the season seem unbearable. Foot fungus, also known as athlete’s foot, is an infection of the skin on feet, and includes uncomfortable symptoms such as itchy, burning or blistering feet. Foot fungus is contracted when microscopic fungi begin living within dead skin tissue. The build-up of these microscopic bacteria can be caused from various sources, such as a lack of foot washing or excess sweat absorbed through socks within sneakers. Although foot fungus is no fun to deal with, there are ways to relieve and treat its associated discomforts.

Myths About Bunion

Posted on April 3, 2024 - 4:43 pm by Tina

Per the American Podiatric Medical Association, a bunion is a “bump” on the joint at the base of your big toe that forms when bone or tissue at the big toe joint moves out of place. Some are painless while others present discomfort so intense it renders a patient unable to fully enjoy daily activity. Either way, bunions are not only a nuisance, if ignored they will progressively get worse.

Treatment for Plantar Warts

Posted on March 31, 2024 - 10:22 pm by Tina

Plantar Warts – Symptoms andWart Treatments, Pittsburgh

As does any personwho hasa plantar wart, Beaver Valley Foot Clinic knows how painful it can be. Plantar warts grow on the bottom of the foot, but warts can occur anywhere. Unfortunately some who suffer with plantar warts, or verruca, take wart removal into their own hands. This is not recommended. To remove warts and for foot care in general, it is always good to see a podiatrist or go to a foot clinic.

Best Treatments for Plantar Warts

Posted on March 29, 2024 - 1:48 am by Tina

Our treatment consisted of debridement and laser treatment of plantar warts. Cantharidic acid was applied as a blistering agent to help with debridement of devitalized wart tissue at the next appointment. Wart laser treatment works by cutting off the blood supply to the wart.

Dr Harry Burke DPM Podiatrist

Posted on March 27, 2024 - 1:35 am by Tina

Dr Harry Burke DPM, Ambridge Podiatrist Retires Since the retirement of Dr Harry Burke DPM Ambridge Podiatrist, Beaver Valley Foot Clinic welcomes Dr Burke Podiatrist’s patients and will reserve time in our schedule every day for immediate help with foot problems. Call 878-313-3338 for same day and emergency Ambridge podiatry appointments. Pittsburgh Podiatrist […]

Is There a Cure for Toenail Fungus?

Posted on March 18, 2024 - 9:37 pm by Tina

Toenail Fungus

Contrary to what is often thought about the source of toenail fungus, the condition is related to minor or major injury, rather than from poor hygiene. This is why athletes are some of the most common victims of the condition.

Preventing Plantar Fasciitis

Posted on March 15, 2024 - 6:12 am by Tina

Preventing Plantar Fasciitis There are some common sense steps that you can take to prevent plantar fasciitis or to stop the condition from progressing if you already suffer from it. Consider the following to help with Preventing Plantar Fasciitis Keep your feet in good shape. Always use shoes with appropriate arch support and heel cushioning. […]

How Do Seed Corns Form? Seed Corn on Foot

Posted on March 13, 2024 - 12:42 pm by Tina

Both corns and calluses are the skin’s way of protecting itself from repetitive friction, rubbing, and other chronic irritation. Corns and calluses commonly develop on the feet from wearing shoes which fit poorly.

What Can I Do About My Smelly Feet?

Posted on March 11, 2024 - 5:16 pm by Tina

If you or a loved one has smelly feet or stinky shoes, we can help!

In the last ten years, foot care products as a result of technological advances have come a long way from the baby powder our grandparents sprinkled in their shoes.

8 Common Skin & Nail Problems

Posted on March 7, 2024 - 3:01 pm by Tina

SKIN AND NAIL PROBLEMS What are Ingrown Toenails? COMMON SKIN & NAIL PROBLEMS – An ingrown nail is the result of a nail growing into the skin that surrounds it. This often occurs at either edge of the big toe. Ingrown nails may be caused by improper trimming, Diabetic nails, injuries, fungal infections, or pressure. […]

Does laser tattoo removal hurt?

Posted on March 6, 2024 - 8:54 pm by Tina

Does laser tattoo removal hurt? This is one of the most common questions asked by patients before getting a laser tattoo removal, and for good reason. No one enjoys painful procedures. The answer to this question can vary depending on a few factors, but in the majority of cases laser tattoo removal does cause a […]

Treatment of Painful Tumors of the Foot

Posted on March 3, 2024 - 5:35 am by Tina

Ganglion Tumors, Mucoid Cysts, Neuroma Treatment

The fact that most tumors of the foot are benign can be a problem- we rely on statistics instead of making sure. If you have a foot tumor, please have it checked out. It may be much simpler than you thought to easily remove it!

Skin Diseases of the Foot – Foot Skin Diseases

Posted on March 2, 2024 - 3:08 pm by Tina

Skin diseases of the foot When it comes to your skin diseases of the foot, there’s more than a few things that can go wrong! This is not something that you want to “Do it Yourself” and diagnose with “Dr Google”. If you are looking for a Podiatrist in Pittsburgh with over 21 years of […]

Do you suffer from acute or chronic sores

Posted on February 28, 2024 - 5:09 am by Tina

Do open wounds or chronic sores put you at risk for infection? Do you suffer from acute or chronic sores? Do they cause you pain, discomfort of embarrassment? Do open wounds put you at risk for infection or other serious medical conditions? If you answered yes to any of the previous questions, then the dermaPACE […]

How to Use a Pumice Stone

Posted on February 26, 2024 - 12:47 pm by Tina

How to Use a Pumice Stone Pumice stones are formed when volcanos are erupted. Although it’s a stone it’s really lightweight and looks like foam. Because of its abrasive properties it can be used to exfoliate the skin by removing dead and dry skin cells from your body parts such as knees and elbows. It […]

Plantar Fasciitis Surgery

Posted on February 19, 2024 - 11:48 am by Tina

Plantar Fasciitis Surgery In general,surgery is not needed to treat cases of plantar fasciitis. Approximately 95% of those suffering from plantar fasciitis are able live a life free from heel pain without resorting to surgery. However, your healthcare provider might deem surgery necessary if you have exhausted nonsurgical treatment options with no success. He or […]

What causes hammertoe and mallet toe?

Posted on February 15, 2024 - 8:35 am by Tina

What causes hammertoe and mallet toe? These hammertoe deformities have several well-established causes which include: Poorly fitting footwear: any shoes or boots which don’t allow the toes to lie flat have the potential to cause either deformity. Overly tight toe boxes are also major contributors. Note that high-heeled shoes are notorious for causing these conditions […]

How to Treat Infected Ingrown Toenails, Pittsburgh PA

Posted on February 12, 2024 - 6:22 am by Tina

An ingrown nail is the result of a nail growing into the skin that surrounds it. This often occurs at either edge of the big toe. Ingrown nails may be caused by improper trimming, Diabetic nails, injuries, fungal infections, or pressure. A simple 5 minute office procedure will permanently fix this problem.

Pain Management

Posted on January 31, 2024 - 1:11 pm by Tina

Pain Management Safely Managing Pain After Surgery After surgery, doctors do everything they can to help you control your pain. Expect to feel some level of discomfort following surgery, especially the next day. Growing advancements in pain management makes it easier to monitor and decrease your pain. To avoid the overuse of opiods, patients and […]

Blister

Posted on January 22, 2024 - 12:21 pm by Tina

Blister What Are Blisters? Everyone one face blisters in some part of their lives, they may look scary sometimes but they aren’t since a blister is just a little pocket of fluid on your body. They usually appear after any kind of infection, injury, skin burn or a bite of an insect. They can appear […]

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