Foot Mechanics of Lake County

Foot Mechanics of Lake County Specializing In All Foot And Ankle Disorders.

02/20/2025

Diabetes-related foot complications disproportionately affect Black communities, but early detection and care can change lives. This Black History Month, we celebrate progress, honor contributions, and recommit to equitable care. Help spread awareness about the importance of routine checkups with a podiatrist and learn more about diabetes-related foot health: www.apma.org/diabetes

02/13/2025

Love them or hate them, there is a new debate over Crocs as a growing number of schools are trying to ban the footwear fashion. NBC’s Brian Cheung reports for TODAY.

12/21/2024

Bunions, often caused by foot injuries or disorders, can become intensely painful if untreated. Don’t let discomfort slow you down—see your podiatrist for help: www.apma.org/bunions

12/21/2024

Today marks the last day of autumn, with winter starting tomorrow. But for many, winter is actually fall season. With the hectic pace of the holidays, serious injuries from ice-related falls inevitably occur. And falls on icy surfaces are a major cause of ankle sprains and fractures. It’s also possible to fracture and sprain an ankle at the same time, and a bad sprain can mask the fracture. That’s why it’s best to have an injured ankle evaluated as soon as possible for proper diagnosis and treatment. See a foot and ankle surgeon if you have prolonged pain from an ankle injury.

https://www.foothealthfacts.org/article/for-many,-winter-is-fall-season

11/12/2024

People with reoccurring foot sores or ulcers are in a constant battle to save their feet from amputation. Nearly 85 percent of lower-extremity amputations are preceded by foot wounds that simply will not heal or keep coming back. Foot ulcers can be caused by many different ailments in the body, from diabetes, to circulatory problems, to issues with the mechanics of the foot or leg. Foot and ankle surgeons need to dig deep to find the underlying causes and use treatment methods beyond just caring for the wound itself to fix the problem and prevent the wounds from reoccurring. Being proactive is key to keep feet healthy. Patients who experience repeat foot ulcers fare best when they take charge of their foot health with the help of a foot and ankle surgeon.

https://www.foothealthfacts.org/article/foot-ankle-surgeons-examine-strategies-to-treat-ul

11/12/2024

More than one in five adult Americans currently suffer from bunions, and nearly two-thirds will develop a bunion in their lifetime. For those considering surgery to relieve bunion pain, there is good news - bunion surgery might not be as bad as you think. Bunions can often be treated nonsurgically, but when bunion pain becomes a daily occurrence or limits a person's ability to enjoy hobbies or perform a job, surgical intervention can return a patient to optimal function. Techniques used today ensure minimal pain, earlier and improved mobility and decrease the likelihood that a bunion will return later in life

Anyone experiencing pain or discomfort from a bunion should seek care from a foot and ankle surgeon to discuss treatment options.

https://www.foothealthfacts.org/article/advances-in-bunion-surgery-lead-to-faster,-less-pa

11/08/2024

Do you have tingling, burning or numbness in your feet or ankles? Your symptoms may be nerve related. The most common reason for nerve pain in feet and ankles is neuropathy, resulting from nerve damage linked to diabetes, thyroid conditions, vitamin deficiencies or long-term alcohol abuse. Learn more about the causes and treatment for nerve damage in your feet and ankles in this video. And see a foot and ankle surgeon if you have symptoms of nerve damage.

https://www.foothealthfacts.org/video/nerve-pain

11/08/2024

It's Hyperhidrosis Awareness Month! If sweaty feet are affecting your confidence or comfort, you’re not alone. Hyperhidrosis is common, and your podiatrist can help! Don’t let embarrassment stop you from finding relief. Learn more at www.apma.org/sweatyfeet

11/08/2024

Daily stress can be positive or negative. But over time, negative stress can adversely affect your immune system. Find out how to de-stress before any problems develop.

11/08/2024

November is National Diabetes Month. Having diabetes increases the risk of developing a wide range of foot problems, often because of two complications of the disease: nerve damage (neuropathy) and poor circulation. Untreated diabetes can result in other conditions like diabetic peripheral neuropathy and charcot foot. This infographic provides helpful tips for caring for your feet if you have diabetes. Make a foot and ankle surgeon a part of your medical care team.

https://www.foothealthfacts.org/getattachment/Article/The-Do-s-and-Don%E2%80%99t-s-for-Diabetic-Foot-Care/ACFAS-Diabetic-Foot-Care-infographic.pdf

10/24/2024

Many people who have suffered ankle sprains in the past could be at risk for more serious damage as they age and try to stay in good physical condition. It is estimated that one in four sports injuries involves the foot or ankle, and a majority of them occur from incomplete rehabilitation of earlier injuries. A sprain that happened years ago can leave residual weakness that isn’t noticed in normal daily activity, but subjecting the ankle to rigorous physical activity can further damage improperly healed ligaments and can cause persistent pain and swelling. For anyone hoping to regain past athletic fitness, it’s recommended that you have that old ankle injury checked out by a foot and ankle surgeon before becoming active again.

https://www.foothealthfacts.org/article/old-ankle-sprains-increase-risk-for-newly-active-b

10/24/2024

A black, purple or brownish discoloration under or involving a toenail is frequently due to trauma to the toenail, such as when something is dropped on the toe. The color results from a blood clot or bleeding under the nail and may involve the entire nail or just a small portion of it. This can be very painful when the entire nail is involved and may need medical attention to relieve the pressure caused by bleeding under the toenail. It is important that all black toenails be evaluated by a foot and ankle surgeon to rule out serious causes like melanoma.

https://www.foothealthfacts.org/conditions/black-toenails

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Gurnee, IL
60031

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