Taub Podiatry

A bump on the big toe can be uncomfortable and may make walking or wearing shoes difficult. Several conditions can cause a bump, including a bone spur, bunion, or gout. Each condition has varied causes, symptoms, and treatment needs. Recognizing causes can help you know when to seek podiatric care...

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Painful deformities, such as hammertoes, can be treated. Stop living with foot pain, and have beautiful feet again!

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Flat feet occur when the arches on the inside of the feet are low or appear flattened while standing. This causes more of the sole to make contact with the ground. Flat feet are common, and many people have no pain or difficulty with movement. In children, the arch may not become noticeable until...

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Tingling in the feet can cause feelings of pins and needles, numbness, or prickling. Persistent tingling warrants attention. Foot tingling can be linked to neuropathy, a condition involving damaged or irritated nerves. When nerve signals become disrupted, you may experience reduced sensation,...

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Toenail fungus is a common infection that affects the nail and the skin beneath it. It usually develops slowly, allowing the fungus to spread if left untreated. The infection often begins at the edge of the nail before moving deeper into the nail plate. As it progresses, the toenail may become...

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The heel fat pad is a layer of fatty tissue under the heel bone. It works like a cushion, absorbing force when your heel hits the ground. Heel fat pad atrophy occurs when this layer becomes thinner, shifts out of place, or loses its springy quality. The heel then has less protection from pressure...

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An ankle sprain happens when a ligament in the joint stretches too far after the foot rolls, twists, or lands unevenly. Ligaments are strong, flexible bands that connect bones and keep a joint stable. Most sprains affect ligaments on the outside of the ankle. A mild sprain stretches these tissues,...

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Neuropathy is a condition that can lead to numbness or loss of sensation in the feet, but it can also cause pain. This condition is more likely to develop for those who are diabetic, obese, or with high blood pressure.

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Diabetes can place the feet at risk even before a patient notices a problem. High blood sugar can damage nerves, which can reduce feeling in the toes and soles. It can also narrow blood vessels and limit the oxygen that reaches injured tissue. As a result, a small blister, cut, or pressure spot can...

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Clubfoot is a birth condition that causes one foot or both feet to turn downward and inward. In some cases, the sole faces backward. The affected foot can also appear smaller than the other foot, and the calf can be thinner. Clubfoot does not usually cause pain in a newborn. Without proper...

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