Achilles Tendonitis Treated in Maryland
The Achilles tendon connects your calf muscles to your heel bone (calcaneus). Achilles Tendonitis is an inflammation of this tendon, typically caused by repetitive stress. At…
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Ankle Pain Treated in Maryland
The foot and ankle are highly specialized structures that absorb the weight of the body and enable us to move. Experts estimate that the force and…
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Bunions Treated in Maryland
A bunion, or Hallux Valgus, is a painful bony bump that forms on the joint at the base of your big toe. It represents a fundamental…
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Calluses Treated in Maryland
Calluses and corns are areas of hard, thickened skin that form as a natural defense against friction and pressure. Calluses typically occur on the soles of…
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Flat Feet Treated in Maryland
Flat feet, or Pes Planus, occur when the arch of the foot collapses, allowing the entire sole to touch or nearly touch the ground. In adults,…
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Hammertoes Treated in Maryland
A hammertoe is a contracture, or bending, of the joint in the second, third, or fourth toe. This bending forces the joint to protrude upward, which…
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Heel Pain Treated in Maryland
Heel pain is one of the most common complaints in podiatry. While often assumed to be Plantar Fasciitis, it’s crucial to accurately diagnose the source. The…
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Neuromas Treated in Maryland
A neuroma is a thickening or enlargement of the tissue surrounding a nerve, most commonly occurring between the third and fourth toes. It develops as a…
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Neuropathy Treated in Maryland
Peripheral neuropathy is a condition resulting from damage to the peripheral nerves, often in the feet. This damage disrupts nerve communication, leading to changes in sensation…
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Plantar Fasciitis Treated in Maryland
Plantar Fasciitis is the most common cause of heel pain, involving inflammation of the plantar fascia ligament. This condition is widespread among our patients at Foot Centers of Maryland,…
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Toenail Fungus Treated in Maryland
Toenail fungus, or Onychomycosis, is a common infection that causes nails to become thick, discolored (yellow, brown, or white), brittle, and sometimes crumbly. The fungus lives…
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Warts Treated in Maryland
Plantar warts (Verrucae) are small growths that appear on the soles or toes of the feet, caused by the Human Papilloma Virus (HPV). Warts on the…
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Foot and Ankle Fractures Treated in Maryland
A fracture (break) of your ankle usually happens due to a fall, an accident or hard blow. There are different types of fractures that occur depending upon the severity of the injury. Spiral,…
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Arthritic Foot Conditions Treated in Maryland
Rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis are two common forms of arthritis that affect millions of Americans, especially those over age 45. Rheumatoid arthritis affects the entire body whereas osteoarthritis is isolated to the joints….
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Foot Odor Treated in Maryland
Foot odor is caused by the bacterial decomposition of excessive perspiration on the soles of the feet and between the toes. The warm, moist environment inside your shoes promotes the bacterial growth on…
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Ankle Sprains Treated in Maryland
Inversion sprains occur when the foot turns in and one of the three ligaments on the outside aspect of the ankle strain or rupture. The severity of the strain dictates the treatment. A…
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Athlete’s Foot Tinea Pedis Treated in Maryland
These are caused by fungus that resides in the skin (tinea pedis) or nails (onychomycosis). This infection, if left untreated can blister and cause a break in the skin leaving you susceptible to…
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