Greater Texas Foot & Ankle Specialist: Dr. Dean Kim, DPM

Greater Texas Foot & Ankle Specialist: Dr. Dean Kim, DPM At Greater Texas Foot & Ankle Specialist, every patient is special. We work hard to make our patient

Greater Texas Foot & Ankle Specialist: Dr. Dean Kim, DPM

Frisco Office
12500 Lebanon Rd. Suite 104
Frisco, TX 75035

Phone: (469) 384-2135
Fax: (469) 252-1064

Website: https://www.gtxfoot.com/

Greater Texas Foot & Ankle Specialist: Dr. Dean Kim, DPM is a podiatry practice that treats conditions of the foot and ankle.

Onychomycosis, or toenail fungus, can affect children, although it is more common in adults. This condition develops whe...
06/13/2025

Onychomycosis, or toenail fungus, can affect children, although it is more common in adults. This condition develops when fungi invade the nail bed, often after exposure in warm, damp environments such as locker rooms or around swimming pools. The infected nail may become thickened, discolored, brittle, or distorted in shape. While it is usually no...

Read more: https://www.gtxfoot.com/blog/toenail-fungus-in-children

Ankle ligament surgery may be needed when ligaments in the ankle have been torn or overstretched due to injury. The ankl...
06/12/2025

Ankle ligament surgery may be needed when ligaments in the ankle have been torn or overstretched due to injury. The ankle is made up of three joints, and its stability depends on ligaments that connect bone to bone. When these ligaments are severely damaged, surgery may be the only way to restore support. Anatomic reconstruction is an option that i...

Read more: https://www.gtxfoot.com/blog/all-about-ankle-ligament-surgery

Selecting appropriate footwear for babies and children is important for healthy foot development and safe exploration. F...
06/11/2025

Selecting appropriate footwear for babies and children is important for healthy foot development and safe exploration. For babies and new walkers, barefoot time indoors encourages natural movement and muscle growth. When shoes are needed, they should be lightweight, flexible, and allow the feet to move freely. As children begin walking independentl...

Read more: https://www.gtxfoot.com/blog/choosing-the-right-footwear-for-babies-and-active-children

Foot stretches play a key role in maintaining healthy, flexible, and strong feet. Regular stretching improves circulatio...
06/10/2025

Foot stretches play a key role in maintaining healthy, flexible, and strong feet. Regular stretching improves circulation, reduces tension, and enhances mobility. Toe raise, point, and curl exercises strengthen the small muscles in the feet, promoting stability and balance. Toe splays help improve control and coordination, which can reduce the risk...

Read more: https://www.gtxfoot.com/blog/foot-stretches-for-mobility-and-strength

Sesamoiditis involves inflammation of the small sesamoid bones located beneath the big toe joint. These bones help with ...
05/13/2025

Sesamoiditis involves inflammation of the small sesamoid bones located beneath the big toe joint. These bones help with weight-bearing and movement during walking or running. The condition often develops from repeated injury or overuse, especially in activities that place pressure on the ball of the foot such as dancing, running, or wearing thin-so...

Read more: https://www.gtxfoot.com/blog/sesamoiditis-and-its-impact-on-foot-health

Stress fractures in the feet are hairline cracks in the bone caused by repetitive stress or overuse, often affecting the...
05/06/2025

Stress fractures in the feet are hairline cracks in the bone caused by repetitive stress or overuse, often affecting the long bones of the foot. Stress fractures typically develop gradually, with early signs like localized pain that worsens with activity and improves during rest. Swelling, bruising, and tenderness when pressing on a specific area o...

Read more: https://www.gtxfoot.com/blog/signs-of-foot-stress-fractures

Plantar fasciitis involves inflammation of the plantar fascia, a band of tissue that runs along the bottom of the foot f...
04/29/2025

Plantar fasciitis involves inflammation of the plantar fascia, a band of tissue that runs along the bottom of the foot from the heel to the toes. This tissue can become strained or bruised due to flat feet, excess weight, poor foot mechanics, or long periods of standing or walking on hard surfaces. Symptoms of plantar fasciitis often include heel p...

Read more: https://www.gtxfoot.com/blog/causes-and-treatment-of-plantar-fasciitis

Bunion surgery is a procedure performed to correct the misalignment of the big toe joint and relieve discomfort caused b...
04/22/2025

Bunion surgery is a procedure performed to correct the misalignment of the big toe joint and relieve discomfort caused by a bunion. It is usually considered when non-surgical treatments no longer provide relief and the pain begins to interfere with daily activities. There are various surgical techniques available, and the choice depends on the seve...

Read more: https://www.gtxfoot.com/blog/important-facts-about-bunion-surgery

Ankle injuries are a frequent concern for volleyball players, with lateral ankle sprains being the most common. These an...
04/15/2025

Ankle injuries are a frequent concern for volleyball players, with lateral ankle sprains being the most common. These ankle injuries often happen when a player lands awkwardly on the outer edge of the foot, especially after jumping near the net and coming down on another player's foot. This motion can stretch or tear the ligaments on the outside of...

Read more: https://www.gtxfoot.com/blog/ankle-injuries-in-volleyball

Tarsal tunnel syndrome occurs when a nerve on the inside of the ankle gets squeezed, causing pain and other symptoms. Th...
02/18/2025

Tarsal tunnel syndrome occurs when a nerve on the inside of the ankle gets squeezed, causing pain and other symptoms. This nerve runs through a small space near the ankle bone, called the tarsal tunnel, which is covered by a thick band of tissue. When something takes up extra space in this area, like swelling from an ankle injury, a cyst, or a bone...

Read more: https://www.gtxfoot.com/blog/causes-and-symptoms-of-tarsal-tunnel-syndrome-1

Address

12500 Lebanon Road, Suite 104
Frisco, TX
75035

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+14693842135

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