Foot and Ankle Partners of El Paso

11/10/2025

Sprained Toe Causes, Symptoms, and Healing Tips.

You can tell if you have a sprained toe (also known as turf toe) because it will be painful around the main joint in your toe. In a toe sprain, the ligaments are stretched too far, torn, or hyperextended—which may cause pain, swelling, and more.

11/03/2025

How Proper Ankle Wrapping Can Speed Up Recovery.

Wrapping a sprained ankle can help stabilize the joint, reduce swelling, and prevent further injury. Following a few straightforward steps can help ensure your wrap is correct and provides the support you need while you recover.

10/20/2025

How to Spot and Manage Bone Spurs in the Feet.

Bone spurs commonly grow on top of the foot, on the toe, and on the back of the heel where the Achilles tendon connects to the heel bone.1 This can result in pain, swelling, and tenderness in the affected area. The most common cause of bone spurs on the feet is osteoarthritis, followed by high-impac...

10/13/2025

What is a medical pedicure, and what does it involve?

A medical pedicure or medi-pedi is a professional foot treatment that focuses on foot health and hygiene rather than just appearance. It is usually performed by a specially trained foot care specialist, often in a clinical setting rather than a salon.

10/06/2025

Causes of Blisters on Toes and What to Do About Them.

Blisters on the toes are usually caused by friction, but can also be due to insect bites, allergies, burns, skin infections, and autoimmune diseases. They tend to go away on their own within one to two weeks, but some blisters may require extensive treatment depending on the underlying cause.

09/29/2025

How to tell apart a sprained ankle and a broken ankle.

A sprained ankle occurs when a person stretches or tears the ligaments in the ankle. An ankle fracture occurs when someone breaks one or more of the bones in their ankle.

09/22/2025

20 Causes of Tingling in the Feet and How It's Treated.

Tingling in your feet can have many different causes. While it's commonly a result of standing or sitting in one position for a while, some cases may be due to a health condition or injury affecting your nerves.

09/11/2025

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09/09/2025

Total ankle replacement using unique lateral approach shows good long-term outcomes

Dr. Schon, an orthopedic surgeon and co-inventor of the Zimmer Biomet Trabecular Metal Total Ankle Replacement, has released new data in the Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery demonstrating exceptional durability, functionality, and long-term outcomes of the implant in a minimum five-year follow-up o...

09/01/2025

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08/29/2025

12 Causes of Big Toe Joint Pain.

Pain in your big toe joint can be due to a sudden injury like the sports-related "turf toe."1 Chronic health conditions like arthritis, bursitis, bunions, gout, and lesser-known conditions like sesamoiditis can also cause pain, joint stiffness, swelling, and a grinding sensation.

08/25/2025

What Can Happen to Your Feet When You Wear Sandals Every Day.

Sandals may feel great in the summer, but wearing them too often can lead to stubbed toes, blisters, or joint pain. Many sandals lack proper arch support and cushioning, increasing the risk of foot and leg issues.