Blog - Forest Hills Podiatric Medical Care

Reasons for Toe Pain
posted: Jan. 11, 2023.

Toe pain can make every single step excruciating. Read more
Two Types of Toe Fractures
posted: Nov. 09, 2022.

There are different ways of fracturing a toe. Read more
Is My Stubbed Toe Serious?
posted: Oct. 29, 2021.

Stubbing your toe can be incredibly painful. In most cases, the pain subsides after a minute or two. Read more
Preparing to Run
posted: Sep. 17, 2021.

Running is a great sport to get into for your overall physical fitness, but it can be tough on the feet and ankles if you don’t first take measures to prevent injuries. Read more
What is an Acute Running Injury?
posted: Aug. 12, 2021.

Research has indicated that a staggering sixty percent of people who enjoy running have endured a running injury in the past year. Read more
Signs of a Broken Foot
posted: Aug. 06, 2021.

There are 26 bones in the foot and recognizing the symptoms of a broken bone is important for ensuring the overall health of your feet. Read more
Symptoms of an Achilles Tendon Rupture
posted: May 28, 2021.

The Achilles tendon is a tough band of tissue located at the back of the calf that connects the calf muscles to the heel bone. Read more
Risk Factors and Signs of an Achilles Tendon Rupture
posted: Mar. 19, 2021.

The Achilles tendon is located in the back of the leg, connects the calf muscles to the heel, and is the most frequently injured tendon in the body. Read more
Reasons Why Ankle Pain Can Occur
posted: Mar. 12, 2021.

Foot and ankle pain can cause difficulty in accomplishing everyday activities. Read more
Types of Ankle Sprains
posted: Feb. 26, 2021.

Ankle sprains occur when the ligaments that connect the bones in the ankle become stretched or torn. Read more
Mild Relief of Ankle Sprains
posted: Dec. 18, 2020.

An ankle sprain is a common cause of ankle pain. It generally occurs as a result of turning or rolling the ankle beyond its normal range of motion. Read more
Types of Ankle Pain
posted: Sep. 11, 2020.

The ankle joint can be injured while frequently exercising or participating in sporting activities. It is considered to be a common sports injury and will typically require immediate medical attention. Read more
Pain Is Associated With Foot and Ankle Trauma
posted: Mar. 13, 2020.

The ankle and foot are joined together to provide maximum stability and flexibility. Many patients who participate in running and jumping activities may have an increased risk of having a foot or ankle injury occur. Read more
Is My Toe Broken?
posted: Jun. 20, 2019.

Many patients will experience a broken toe after a heavy object has fallen on it, or if it bangs into a piece of furniture. Consistent movements over an extended period Read more
Aging and the Achilles Tendon
posted: May 02, 2019.

The Achilles tendon is known to be the largest tendon in the body. It connects the heel to the calf muscles and is responsible for allowing the foot to point Read more
What Causes Cuboid Syndrome?
posted: Mar. 21, 2019.

There are bones located in the foot that are known as cuboid bones. Their function is to connect the ankle to the foot, in addition to providing stability. If the Read more