When we think about football injuries, concussions seem to always be the first to come to mind. Football players wear helmets to protect them from getting concussions. At the other end of the body, we have the very vulnerable feet and ankles. There’s no helmet-type protection from the foot and … [Read more...]
Ice, Ice Baby – Creative Ways to Bring Cool Relief to Your Feet
Ice is often referred to when considering treatments for foot injuries or conditions. It serves to reduce pain by reducing the inflammation that causes it. There are many icing products that are available for purchase. But there are also some options that you can whip up by putting together items … [Read more...]
To Heal the Heel: An In-Depth Look at Heel Spur Treatments
A heel spur can be seen on an x-ray. It shows up as a hook on the heel bone where it is attached to the plantar fascia. Plantar fasciitis may or may not be an accompanying condition. Heel spurs can usually be successfully treated non-surgically if detected early. The goal of any treatment … [Read more...]
Sun Exposure and Your Feet: Don’t Forget the Sunscreen
When the days start to get sunny and the out-of-doors beckons, the shelves at the local pharmacy start filling up with the latest selections of sunscreen. We buy them up by the armfuls and commence applying some level of promised protection to our faces, arms, hands, backs, and legs. But what … [Read more...]
Toenail Fungus: The Answer to “Why?”
Toenail fungal infections are caused by one of three types of fungi: dermatophytes, yeasts, or molds. Dermatophytes grow on the skin, hair, and nails. They are the most common cause of toenail infections. They come in contact with the skin by way of clothing, shoes, nail clippers and files, … [Read more...]
Summer Sandals Expose Your Toes…AND Your Toenail Fungus
There’s Spring, and then there’s Summer. It will be here before you know it. If you have neglected your toenail fungus because your toes have been out-of-sight-out-of-mind inside those heavy socks and closed-in cold weather shoes, you still have time to get your tootsies in summertime sandal … [Read more...]
Resolve to Exercise Your Feet
When you made those New Year’s Resolutions to get fit by exercising, did you remember to include your toes and feet? If you didn’t, you should have. After all, the muscle groups in your “little piggies” make up 25 percent of your body’s muscles. Gait patterns, proper foot mechanics, ankle … [Read more...]
PinPointe™ Footlaser™: A 21st Century Remedy for an Ages-Old Problem
The PinPointe™ Footlaser™ is the first fully FDA-cleared laser for the treatment of toenail fungus. While there are other treatment options available to those suffering from toenail fungus, there are solid reasons for choosing PinPointe™ Footlaser™ treatment. PinPointe™ Footlaser™ treatment… is … [Read more...]
Pedicures, Nail Infections, and Nail Injuries… Oh My!
At Jacksonville Foot and Laser, Dr. Burmeister and his staff routinely deal with nail infections and nail injuries. In many cases, the infection can be due to a visit to a nail salon. What would otherwise be a relaxing treat sometimes becomes a nightmare. You can avoid infections and injuries by … [Read more...]
What is the PinPointe™ Footlaser?
PinPointe™ FootLaser is an FDA approved product and alternative procedure for those patients suffering from Onychomycosis (nail fungus). It offers an easy and convenient procedure that helps turn discolored and disfigured nails into clearer, healthier looking nails. PinPointe™ FootLaser treats nail … [Read more...]
