Foot Pain Center of Kansas City

10/17/2025

Diabetic foot ulcers

A diabetic foot ulcer is an open sore or wound that develops on the foot of someone with diabetes. They are a common complication of diabetes, affecting about 15% of people with the disease. Foot ulcers are usually located on the bottom of the foot.

Risk factors:
Poorly managed diabetes, age, obesity, foot conditions like bunions or hammertoes, kidney, eye, or heart disease related to diabetes, use of to***co and alcohol.
Symptoms:
Open wound, sometimes deep enough to see bone or underlying tissues.
Complications:
Infection, amputation, gangrene, death
Prevention:
Treat underlying conditions like diabetic peripheral neuropathy and peripheral arterial disease.
Treatment:
Whirlpool baths, wet to dry dressings, enzymes, hyperbaric oxygen therapy, surgery to remove bone or foot abnormalities.

Signs of infection in a foot ulcer include: swelling, hardening of the skin, redness around the lesion, local pain, and presence of pus or drainage.

Foot ulcers can be prevented by treating the underlying conditions that cause them. If you have diabetes, you should get your feet regularly checked by a podiatrist.

If you suspect you have a foot ulcer, call and make an appointment with Dr. Goldstein to have it treated before it gets worse. We have offices in Gardner and Ottawa, Kansas 913-856-8150 or 785-893-0494

10/14/2025

Dr. Jacob Goldstein treats all of these foot problems and many more. If you are having any discomfort or pain that can't be explained, make an appointment with Dr. Goldstein to see what can be done. Offices in Ottawa and Gardner, 913-856-8150 or 785-893-0494.

10/09/2025

Drop foot

Foot drop is the inability to lift the front part of the foot, causing it to drag when walking. It results from nerve damage, muscle disorders, or neurological conditions like stroke or multiple sclerosis. Symptoms include tripping, needing to lift the leg high to clear the ground, and potentially numbness. Treatment depends on the cause and can involve braces, physical therapy, nerve stimulation, or surgery.

Symptoms
Difficulty lifting the foot: You may drag the front of your foot on the ground when walking.
Toe first landing: Instead of the heel, your foot may land toe first.
Tripping: You may trip more often because your foot catches on the ground.
Numbness: You may experience tingling or numbness on the top of your foot and toes.
Unusual gait: To prevent tripping, you might raise your hip higher than normal, which is called a steppage gait.

Causes
Foot drop can stem from problems with nerves, muscles, or the brain and spinal cord.
Nerve damage:
Injury to the peroneal nerve or other nerves from surgery, childbirth, or prolonged squatting.
Nerve compression from a herniated disc in the lower back.
Peripheral neuropathies caused by diabetes, inflammatory conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, or other conditions.
Neurological disorders:
Stroke, multiple sclerosis (MS), cerebral palsy (CP), and Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease.
Muscle disorders:
Conditions like muscular dystrophy or polio.

Treatment
The treatment for foot drop depends on its underlying cause.
Addressing the cause: If the cause is a temporary issue, like a herniated disc, treating it may resolve the foot drop.
Bracing: Orthotic devices, like ankle-foot orthoses (AFOs), can support the foot and help keep it in the correct position.
Physical therapy: Exercises can help stretch and strengthen muscles in the foot and ankle.
Nerve stimulation: This technique may help retrain nerves and muscles.
Surgery: In cases of nerve injury, surgical repair or grafting may be an option. In chronic cases, a tendon transfer might be performed.

We are able to order braces for drop foot and bill your insurance. If you have or suspect that you have a drop foot, be sure to schedule an appointment with Dr. Jacob Goldstein at our Gardner or Ottawa location. 913-856-8150 or 785-893-0494

10/09/2025

Achilles tendon pain

The Achilles tendon is the thick cord you can feel at the back of your ankle that attaches the calf muscle to the back of your heel.
The 2 most common injuries of the Achilles tendon are Achilles tendinopathy (weakness due to tiny tears in the tendon) or sudden rupture (break or tear) of the tendon.
Achilles tendon injuries can cause pain, swelling, weakness and reduced movement at the back of your ankle.
To diagnose a tendon injury, your doctor will examine you and ask about your symptoms and may refer you for an ultrasound or x-ray.
Most Achilles tendon injuries do not need surgery — see your doctor for a treatment plan, which may involve physiotherapy.

If you are experiencing any pain in the Achilles tendon area, call and make your appointment today with Dr. Goldstein. 913-856-8150 or 785-893-0494

10/06/2025

These pictures are from the Union Station display in Kansas City. Just a little history about a different kind of "foot specialist".

09/29/2025

Do not ignore the discomfort in your feet. Reach out to Dr. Jacob Goldstein at The Foot Pain Center of Kansas City for a checkup.
Call (913) 856-8150 to schedule an appointment.

The Foot Pain Center of Kansas City is committed to foot and ankle care.

09/25/2025

Accessory Navicular Syndrome

What it is: A condition where a child has an extra piece of bone (an accessory navicular bone) that attaches to the main navicular bone.

Symptoms:
Pain and swelling on the inside of the foot, often aggravated by pressure from shoes.
Difficulty wearing shoes or a visible "bump" on the inside of the foot.
Increased pain from activities like sports.

Treatment:
Conservative: Rest, ice, anti-inflammatory medications (like ibuprofen), proper-fitting footwear, and orthotics to support the arch.
Surgical: May be considered if non-surgical treatments fail, involving the removal of the extra bone.

If your child has Accessory Navicular Bone Syndrome, bring them to see Dr. Goldstein. We can order children's orthotics to help your child walk with less or no pain. Call 913-856-8150 or 785-893-0494 to schedule an appointment!

09/25/2025

Morton's Neuroma

A thickening of the tissue around a nerve leading to the toes.
Morton's neuroma may be caused by pressure or injury, such as from running or use of high heels.

Morton's neuroma may feel like a pebble in a shoe or a fold in a sock. There may be sharp, burning pain or numbness in the ball of the foot or toes.

Treatment might include arch supports and foot pads, corticosteroid injections, strength exercises, wide-toe shoes, or surgery.

Morton's Neuroma Treatment Options:
Activity modification.
Anti-inflammatory medications.
Corticosteroid injection.
Changing your footwear (Avoid wearing shoes that are narrow, tight or high heels.
Trying custom orthotics (shoe inserts)
Icing the inflamed area.

Early diagnosis of Morton's neuroma greatly lessens the need for more invasive treatments and can help you avoid surgery. Consult with Dr. Jacob Goldstein if you are experiencing any of the above symptoms. 913-856-8150 or 785-893-0494

09/23/2025

Blisters on toes

Blisters on toes are fluid-filled sacs that form on the toes due to friction, burns, allergies, infections, or other irritants. They are usually painful and can be treated with first aid.

Causes
Friction
The most common cause of blisters on toes is friction from ill-fitting shoes or repetitive rubbing.

Moisture
Trapped sweat and moisture between the toes can create an environment for blisters to form.

Other irritants
Burns, allergies, infections, and autoimmune skin conditions can also cause blisters on toes.

Treatment
Clean the area: If a blister breaks, clean it often with soap and warm water.
Apply ointment: Apply an antibiotic ointment, such as one containing bacitracin, to the blister.
Cover with a bandage: Cover the blister with a nonstick bandage or gauze pad.
Don't pop or peel: Do not peel or pop the blister as this could lead to infection.
Let it heal: Blisters usually heal on their own. After several days, you can cut away the dead skin with sterilized scissors.

If you have blisters on your toes or anywhere else on your foot that won't heal, be sure to schedule an appointment with Dr. Jacob Goldstein to get them checked out. 913-856-8150 or 785-893-0494

09/19/2025

Diabetic foot ulcers

A diabetic foot ulcer is an open sore or wound that develops on the foot of someone with diabetes. They are a common complication of diabetes, affecting about 15% of people with the disease. Foot ulcers are usually located on the bottom of the foot.

Risk factors
Poorly managed diabetes, age, obesity, foot conditions like bunions or hammertoes, kidney, eye, or heart disease related to diabetes, use of to***co and alcohol.
Symptoms
Open wound, sometimes deep enough to see bone or underlying tissues.
Complications
Infection, amputation, gangrene, death
Prevention
Treat underlying conditions like diabetic peripheral neuropathy and peripheral arterial disease.
Treatment
Whirlpool baths, wet to dry dressings, enzymes, hyperbaric oxygen therapy, surgery to remove bone or foot abnormalities.

Signs of infection in a foot ulcer include: swelling, hardening of the skin, redness around the lesion, local pain, and presence of pus or drainage.

Foot ulcers can be prevented by treating the underlying conditions that cause them. If you have diabetes, you should get your feet regularly checked by a podiatrist.

If you suspect you have a foot ulcer, call and make an appointment with Dr. Goldstein to have it treated before it gets worse. 913-856-8150 or 785-893-0494

09/15/2025

The Cincinnati Bengals will be without quarterback Joe Burrow for the majority of the 2025 NFL season. Burrow will undergo surgery on his toe, the team announced on Monday. Per ESPN's Adam Schefter, Burrow could miss at least three months of action due to the injury.

Burrow sustained the injury during the team's Week 2 game against the Jacksonville Jaguars. After being sacked by Arik Armstead in the second quarter, Burrow remained down on the turf and appeared to be grabbing near his ankle. He was treated on the field and taken to the sideline medical tent.

The Bengals initially deemed Burrow as questionable to return due to a toe injury. By the end of the third quarter, however, the team ruled him out of the contest. Burrow reportedly underwent an MRI during the third quarter and needed a scooter to get around after imaging. After the contest, he was seen with a walking boot and was carrying a crutch.

Even the big guys hurt their toes now and then! It looks like Joe Burrow will be headed to surgery soon. If you have any type of toe injury, be sure to see Dr. Jacob Goldstein at either of his offices in Gardner or Ottawa. Call today to make an appointment, 913-856-8150 or 785-893-0494!

09/09/2025

Fall is just around the corner. We have only 13 days left of summer!