Melbourne Podiatry Associates

05/01/2026

Check out this video from the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons on running injuries.

https://youtu.be/_cRnf4M1p8k?si=VfibQZJT7xBx7GsY

7 likes, 6 comments. "Running Injuries: Why Does My Foot Hurt?"

04/30/2026

Why should you come to our office? Is it because we have excellent credentials and extensive experience? Those are good reasons, but some other doctors have similar credentials and experience.

Is it because we have four doctors in three convenient office locations, with convenient hours, same day appointments available, and plenty of free parking? Because we have well-trained, friendly staff? Because each patient is treated like family? These and many more are compelling reasons to visit our office. But some other offices have at least some of these reasons. What makes us different from all of the others?

The difference is YOU! When it comes to our office, it’s all about YOU!

Our doctors and staff make your visit a unique experience, because YOU are the only reason that we are here. Every visit begins with a detailed history and physical examination, during which your doctor intently listens to you. This is followed by a thorough explanation of your diagnosis and possible treatment methods. For most conditions, this is nonsurgical treatment. For others, it is surgery. For still others, it is referral to another specialist, while in still other cases , it is simple reassurance. In all cases, YOU, the patient, makes the decisions.

04/29/2026

The best shoe for women’s feet is a walking shoe with laces (not a slip-on), a composition sole, and a relatively wider heel with a rigid and padded heel counter, no more than three-quarters of an inch in height.

A study conducted by the American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society found that:

Nine out of 10 women wear shoes that are too small for their feet.

Eight out of 10 women say their shoes are painful.

Women are nine times more likely to develop a foot problem because of improper fitting shoes than a man.

04/28/2026

Thinking about taking up hiking? Make sure to take care of your lower extremities.

Beginners should take on less difficult trails until they have mastered them, then move on to more difficult ones. Feet need to be in good physical condition to function properly, or else injuries may easily occur. Be sure to stretch the foot and ankle muscles, strengthen them, and do exercises to improve the sense of balance. This will improve your ability to deal with challenging terrain. Don’t attempt to take on more than your body is ready for; ease into your hiking routine before planning a long, strenuous trip. If you are injured , use the RICE protocol: Rest, Ice, Compression, and Elevation. Then seek treatment at the nearest emergency facility or in our offices.

04/27/2026

Annual examinations by your podiatrist are vital for anyone with diabetes. A podiatrist can provide a more thorough exam and detect any signs of changes, such as broken skin or ulcers that can be detrimental to the health of your feet and body. Your podiatrist can also check for areas of high pressure or loss of blood circulation.

Talk to your podiatrist today to see what you can do now to keep your feet safe, strong, and healthy.

04/24/2026

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04/23/2026

Ankle sprains are caused by an unnatural twisting or force on the ankle bones of the foot, which may result in excessive stretching or tearing of one or more ligaments on the outside of the ankle. The severity of the sprain can impact the degree of damage as well as the type and duration of treatment. If not properly treated, ankle sprains may develop into long-term problems.

Check out this video from the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons on ankle sprains -
https://youtu.be/gm4HuIUX7hM

Ankle Sprains | Melbourne Podiatry Associates

04/22/2026

People often ask when they should see a podiatrist. A podiatrist will help diagnose and treat a multitude of foot and ankle problems.

Please contact our office if you experience any of the following: Persistent pain in your feet or ankles - Changes in the nails or skin on your foot - Severe cracking, scaling, or peeling on the heel or foot - Blisters on your feet

04/21/2026

Basketball has the highest injury rate of any non-contact sport (although some would consider it to be a contact sport). It involves jumping, cutting, running, and quick starts and stops, and it comes as no surprise that the lower extremity is the most commonly injured body part. The most common injuries are ankle injuries; overuse injuries (plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendinitis,sesamoiditis, turf toe, and stress fracture); and fractures, especially of the 5th metatarsal.

Ankle injuries are the most common lower extremity injuries in basketball. These account for 22% of injuries but result in 50% of missed playing time. The most common ankle injury is the lateral ankle sprain (inversion sprain), or an overstretching or tearing of the ligaments of the outside of the ankle. This results from landing on the foot with the ankle turned, and occurs most often in rebounding.

The doctors of Melbourne Podiatry Associates have considerable experience and expertise in the treatment of basketball injuries. Call for your appointment.

04/20/2026

Melbourne Podiatry Associates is here for any of your Pediatric Podiatry needs. As a whole family podiatry practice, our Podiatrists can help with many of your common and uncommon podiatry needs for children.

Contact our kid-friendly podiatry specialists today!

04/17/2026

We know you are busy so we like to make things easy for you! Visit our website to schedule an appointment online - https://app.acuityscheduling.com/.../appointment/3558631

04/16/2026

Did you know? All of our offices are handicap friendly. Our helpful staff is trained to assist all patients, including those with disabilities. All of our offices follow all government required safety and cleanliness guidelines. One of our physicians (Dr. Jessica Wilson) is bilingual, as are staff members at our Eau Gallie office. This allows better communication with our Spanish-speaking patients.