Laurel Podiatry Associates

Laurel Podiatry Associates Dr. Shawn P. Echard, podiatrist in Greensburg, PA, and the surrounding area, provides comprehensive foot and ankle medical and surgical treatments.

Warts that develop on the bottom of the foot are called plantar warts. They are caused by the human papillomavirus, or H...
04/07/2026

Warts that develop on the bottom of the foot are called plantar warts. They are caused by the human papillomavirus, or HPV, which infects the top layer of the skin and causes it to thicken. Plantar warts usually appear on weight-bearing areas, like the heel or the ball of the foot. They often look...

Read more: https://www.laurelpodiatry.com/blog/dealing-with-warts-on-the-feet

Sesamoiditis affects the small sesamoid bones located beneath the big toe joint. These bones help support movement and a...
03/31/2026

Sesamoiditis affects the small sesamoid bones located beneath the big toe joint. These bones help support movement and absorb pressure when walking and running. Sesamoiditis is considered a cause of pain and inflammation in the ball of the foot. Signs of this condition may include tenderness under...

Read more: https://www.laurelpodiatry.com/blog/understanding-sesamoiditis-and-forefoot-pain

Sprains and strains are common soft tissue injuries in the foot, but they affect different structures. A sprain occurs w...
03/24/2026

Sprains and strains are common soft tissue injuries in the foot, but they affect different structures. A sprain occurs when a ligament is stretched or torn. Ligaments are strong bands of tissue that connect bones and help stabilize joints, such as the ankle. A strain involves a muscle or a tendon,...

Read more: https://www.laurelpodiatry.com/blog/comparing-sprains-and-strains-in-the-feet

Morton’s neuroma is a condition in which the nerve between the metatarsal bones becomes thickened from repeated compress...
03/10/2026

Morton’s neuroma is a condition in which the nerve between the metatarsal bones becomes thickened from repeated compression and irritation. It most often develops between the third and fourth toes and is commonly seen in individuals who wear narrow shoes or participate in high impact activities...

Read more: https://www.laurelpodiatry.com/blog/symptoms-of-morton-s-neuroma

An infected foot blister develops when a fluid filled lesion on the skin becomes contaminated with bacteria, often after...
03/03/2026

An infected foot blister develops when a fluid filled lesion on the skin becomes contaminated with bacteria, often after friction, pressure, or improper care. Blisters commonly form from wearing tight footwear, prolonged walking, or moisture that irritates the skin. When infection occurs, symptoms...

Read more: https://www.laurelpodiatry.com/blog/causes-of-an-infected-foot-blister

Unusual sensations in the toes, such as pins and needles, burning, or reduced feeling, can interfere with walking and ba...
02/25/2026

Unusual sensations in the toes, such as pins and needles, burning, or reduced feeling, can interfere with walking and balance. These changes often relate to nerve irritation or reduced blood flow. Common causes include diabetes, nerve compression in the foot or lower leg, repetitive pressure from...

Read more: https://www.laurelpodiatry.com/blog/when-toes-feel-tingly-or-lack-sensation

Sever's disease is a common cause of heel pain in active children, particularly during growth spurts when the heel bone ...
02/24/2026

Sever's disease is a common cause of heel pain in active children, particularly during growth spurts when the heel bone develops faster than the surrounding soft tissues. Symptoms include limping after sports, avoiding pressure on the heel, or walking on their toes to reduce discomfort. It may feel...

Read more: https://www.laurelpodiatry.com/blog/growing-feet-and-aching-heels

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235 Humphrey Road , Suite #4
Greensburg, PA
15601

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Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8:30am - 2pm

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Shawn P. Echard, DPM, provides first-class foot and ankle health care for patients in Greensburg, Somerset, Mount Pleasant and Shadyside, PA. At Laurel Podiatry Associates, we specialize in diabetic foot care, advanced technology pain relief and foot and ankle surgical solutions. Dr. Echard, board-certified podiatrist and surgeon, and his professional team provide expert treatments for heel pain and plantar fasciitis; fungal and ingrown toenail; arthritis; tendonitis; deformities such as bunions, hammertoe, clawtoe, and clubfoot; all types of injuries including sprains, strains, fractures, dislocations and sports injuries; skin problems ranging from athlete’s foot, corns and calluses to skin cancer; neuromas. At Laurel Podiatry Associates, we specialize in foot care for patients with diabetes including foot screens, diabetic shoes and custom-made orthotic inserts. Because peripheral neuropathy or nerve damage so often accompanies diabetes, we offer advanced technology to diagnose and treat this issue. Our painless laser treatment can resolve the pain of neuropathy as well as other foot and ankle problems such as injuries, degenerative joints, overuse and general foot pain. For your convenience, we have four offices in the greater east-Pittsburgh area with office hours every weekday. Many minor surgical procedures are handled under local anesthesia right in our offices. Call us for an appointment or contact us via our website. We accept Medicare and most insurance plans.