Boston Common Podiatry

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Boston Common Podiatry

264 Beacon St, 2nd Floor
Boston, MA 02116

Phone: (617) 286-5163
Fax: (844) 766-1806

Website: https://bostoncommonpodiatry.com/

Boston Common Podiatry is a podiatry practice that treats conditions of the foot and ankle.

Foot pain can be more than just a local issue. It may be the first signal of an underlying health condition. Stiffness i...
07/15/2025

Foot pain can be more than just a local issue. It may be the first signal of an underlying health condition. Stiffness in the feet can indicate systemic inflammation, such as arthritis, while toe pain may result from gout or bunions. Tingling or numbness in the feet may point to peripheral neuropathy, which is often linked to diabetes or nerve dama...

Read more: https://www.bostoncommonpodiatry.com/blog/foot-pain-can-signal-other-maladies

Toenail fungus progresses through early, moderate, and advanced stages. In the early stage, the nail may develop white o...
07/14/2025

Toenail fungus progresses through early, moderate, and advanced stages. In the early stage, the nail may develop white or yellow spots and mild discoloration. The moderate stage brings thickening, increased discoloration, and brittleness. In the advanced stage, the nail may become deformed, separate from the nail bed, and emit an odor. Risk factors...

Read more: https://www.bostoncommonpodiatry.com/blog/recognizing-the-stages-of-toenail-fungus

Gout is a type of arthritis that can cause sudden, intense joint pain, often starting in the foot. It occurs when uric a...
07/01/2025

Gout is a type of arthritis that can cause sudden, intense joint pain, often starting in the foot. It occurs when uric acid levels in the body become too high, leading to crystal buildup in the joints. The result may be swelling, warmth, and tenderness that feels severe and may limit movement. Certain dietary habits, including heavy intake of rich ...

Read more: https://www.bostoncommonpodiatry.com/blog/avoiding-flare-ups-from-gout-in-the-feet

As we age, the feet naturally undergo changes that can affect comfort, mobility, and overall health. Common changes incl...
06/24/2025

As we age, the feet naturally undergo changes that can affect comfort, mobility, and overall health. Common changes include thickened or discolored toenails, joint stiffness, thinning skin, and reduced fat padding on the soles. Circulation may also decline, leading to cooler feet or changes in color, such as bluish or reddish tones. These changes c...

Read more: https://www.bostoncommonpodiatry.com/blog/how-aging-affects-your-feet

Athlete’s foot is a skin infection caused by fungi that thrive in warm, moist areas, such as shoes, locker rooms, and pu...
06/17/2025

Athlete’s foot is a skin infection caused by fungi that thrive in warm, moist areas, such as shoes, locker rooms, and public shower areas. It often appears as peeling, itching, or cracked skin between the toes or on the soles of the feet. Some cases may cause redness, blisters, or a burning sensation. Because symptoms can resemble eczema or psorias...

Read more: https://www.bostoncommonpodiatry.com/blog/understanding-athletes-foot-and-how-it-is-diagnosed

Turf toe is a sprain of the metatarsophalangeal, or MTP, joint, which connects the base of the big toe to the foot. This...
06/10/2025

Turf toe is a sprain of the metatarsophalangeal, or MTP, joint, which connects the base of the big toe to the foot. This injury typically occurs when the big toe bends upward beyond its normal range, damaging the surrounding ligaments and tissues of the plantar complex. Symptoms of turf toe include pain, swelling, bruising, and reduced ability to p...

Read more: https://www.bostoncommonpodiatry.com/blog/types-and-symptoms-of-turf-toe

The role of footwear for retail workers cannot be overstated, especially when considering the demands of a long workday....
06/05/2025

The role of footwear for retail workers cannot be overstated, especially when considering the demands of a long workday. Wearing the right shoes is essential for maintaining comfort, productivity, and overall well-being throughout the day. Retail workers typically spend hours on their feet, constantly moving and standing on hard surfaces. Wearing i...

Read more: https://www.bostoncommonpodiatry.com/blog/proper-footwear-for-retail-workers

The Winograd procedure is a common surgical approach used to treat chronic or severe ingrown toenails that do not respon...
06/03/2025

The Winograd procedure is a common surgical approach used to treat chronic or severe ingrown toenails that do not respond to conservative care. This minimally invasive technique involves removing a portion of the affected toenail along with the underlying nail matrix to prevent regrowth in that area. It is typically performed under local anesthesia...

Read more: https://www.bostoncommonpodiatry.com/blog/understanding-the-winograd-procedure

Diabetic foot infections are a serious complication of diabetes that can last weeks or even months, if not treated prope...
05/27/2025

Diabetic foot infections are a serious complication of diabetes that can last weeks or even months, if not treated properly. High blood sugar levels can damage nerves and reduce blood flow, making it harder for wounds to heal and increasing the risk of infection. Symptoms may include redness, swelling, warmth, foul odor, drainage, or even blackened...

Read more: https://www.bostoncommonpodiatry.com/blog/diabetic-foot-infections

Morton's neuroma is a painful condition involving a thickening of tissue around a nerve in the ball of the foot, often b...
05/20/2025

Morton's neuroma is a painful condition involving a thickening of tissue around a nerve in the ball of the foot, often between the third and fourth toes. One of the main challenges in diagnosing it is that the symptoms can mimic other foot problems such as metatarsalgia, stress fractures, or nerve-related issues. People may describe a burning feeli...

Read more: https://www.bostoncommonpodiatry.com/blog/challenges-of-diagnosing-mortons-neuroma

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